SD Per Diem Registered Nurse (5122)

Job DetailsJob Location: Albany, NY 12211Position Type: Per DiemEducation Level: Nursing LicensureSalary Range: $42.00 - $42.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: MedicalAs a Registered Nurse at the Albany based Secure Detention facility with Together for Youth, you will be responsible for providing an initial health assessment of youth entering the facility including but not limited to health history, physical exams and laboratory tests and provides treatment of emergency and /or serious acute health conditions. The goal of the position is to provide nursing services, treatment, and continuity of care for all residents in conjunction with other practitioners to ensure health needs are addressed in a timely manner.

DescriptionJob Requirements

Minimum Associates Degree in Nursing; required.
Current New York State Registered Nurse license and CPR/First Aid certification.
Minimum 1 – 3 years of experience. Experience with at-risk youth preferred.
Case Management experience is a plus.
Flexible schedule and ability to provide weekend, holiday and on-call coverage.
Must have current, valid driver’s license per Agency guidelines. Travel required.
Ability to work with a culturally and economically diverse population.
Skills: ability to exercise sound judgment and follow detailed oral or written instructions; demonstrated oral and written communication skills; demonstrated knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, practices, and theory, of medical terminology, infection control measures and safety principles.
19 hours weekly for per diem

Job Responsibilities

Conduct assessments, including HIV risk assessments, intake assessments, general first aid and triage activities.
Routine screening for substance abuse, developmental health, mental health, and physical body checks for abuse.
Routine management and training regarding health education.
Provide training to staff about youth medical issues
Medication administration and management including reconciliation.
Maintaining medical supplies and equipment
Practicing proper infection control.
Follow up after medical appointments, community provider visits, urgent/emergency care or hospitalization.
Ensures compliance with state and agency law and regulations.
Provide telephone and tele-health on-call support to the facility
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits we offer

Affordable Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Low-Cost Dental & Vision Coverage

Employer Funded Health Reimbursement

Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Dependent Care Spending Accounts (DCA
Supplemental, Voluntary Insurance Options. Including Disability, Life, Accident & Wellness

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Options, Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Staff Recognition Programs

Company Seasonal Events

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Workplace Wellness Initiatives

Weekly Pay

403(b) Retirement Program with Employer Contribution & Match

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts and Memberships

Pay & Schedule

$42 Hourly
Saturday and Sunday from 8am-4pm, occasional weekday evenings.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Together for Youth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment. We seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. As a federal contractor, Together for Youth will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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