RN CRISIS (7p- 7a)

KidsPeace; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KidsPeace is seeking an RN Crisis Nurse to provide nursing care under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. This position requires RN licensure in North Carolina and involves assisting clients with their daily living activities, observing client behaviors, and administering medications as required.

The ideal candidate will have a year of nursing experience and must complete required training on Person Centered Thinking, while also ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for clients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing and current North Carolina RN Licensure required.
• One Year Nursing Experience Preferred.
• Must pass the criminal record history clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care based on client needs.
• Observe client behavior and notify of changes.
• Assist clients with daily living activities.

Skills

Nursing care

Client observation

Medication administration

LPN supervision

Education

Accredited School of Nursing Graduate

Current North Carolina RN Licensure

Tools

KidsPeace restraint methodology

Job description

An RN Crisis Nurse will, under the supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON), provide nursing care to clients as outlined in section 2 of the NC "Article 9A. Nursing Practice Act" and rules of the NC Board of Nursing.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing and current North Carolina RN Licensure required.
• One Year Nursing Experience Preferred.
• Must attend 12 hours of Person Centered Thinking training prior to or within 90 days of hire.
• The candidate must pass the criminal record history clearance and a child abuse clearance and any other required clearances as well as possess a valid driver's license.
• LSCI, SCM, Ukeru training as appropriate for position.

Job Duties

• Provide nursing care based on client needs.
• Assist with the development of plan of care.
• Observe client behavior and physical status and notify Licensed Clinician, DON and/or Physician of changes in condition.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment that respects client's rights.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, encouraging independent behavior when appropriate.
• May supervise LPN's during shift.
• Assist in the performance and/or observation of restraints as necessary when ordered by a licensed professional using the current approved KidsPeace restraint methodology on youth who may weigh in excess of 250 pounds and who are verbally and/or physically threatening or otherwise presenting a threat to themselves or others.
• Administer medications as per Physician's orders and observe, record, and report evidence of adverse reactions to medications.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing and Leadership.