Nurse - Registered Nurse, Residential (Per Diem) (25481)

Job DetailsJob Location: Albany-Academy RTF/NorthStar - Albany, NY 12208Position Type: Per DiemSalary Range: $40.00 - $40.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneAs a Registered Nurse, you will provide nursing care and services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs using the nursing process (assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating). You will report to the Nursing Manager and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities

Complete the nursing assessment, evaluation and treatment plan of care for the physical and behavioral/emotional health of the residents
Case management of outside provider visits (medical and dental) including annual assessments
Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to providers
Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
Dispense medications; report/discuss observed side effects or other concerns with consulting psychiatrist
Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments\
Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors
Communicate with medical director/providers regarding changes in client’s health/behavior
Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings
Nursing and medical documentation using EHR
Provide training to residential counselor staff regarding reporting/recording of observedbehaviors and possible side effects relating to medications
Update discharge planning needs
Participate when assigned in agency committees
Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs

Requirements and Education

RN Licensed in New York State

CPR Certification required.
Registered Nurse 1-2 years’ experience preferred
Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired
Must pass physical.
Must be able to complete TCI training.

Benefits

401 (K) plan

EAP

Sick Leave

Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.
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