Registered Nurses needed at a residential facility.

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Program Director, the Nurse is responsible for medical care and supervision of adolescent clients in a residential facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adheres to the laws and rules outlined in The Nurse Practice Act under The Texas State Board of Nursing; while providing medical care to clients.
• Implements accurate Assessments and arranges referrals for adolescent clients needing outsourced medical resources.
• Administers medication and medical treatment as per policy to include supervising staff and clients in self-administration of medication, ensuring accurate and appropriate documentation is completed and providing training for staff as needed.
• Monitors and audit medication supplies, both prescribed and over the counter medication as per policy.
• Supervises and ensures all documentation is completed, filed, audited, and submitted as required.
• Provide client education on health and wellness topics as per required to maintain licensure.
• Monitors and participates in program events and activities.
• Performs nursing assessments and other required evaluations as per Policy and Procedures; in addition to the standards expected and maintaining specified accreditations.
• Assist in psychiatric evaluation scheduling, follow up appointment, documentation, and triage organization; regarding patient follow up according to change in patient status.
• Provides utilization review of required documentation in accordance with the expectations, as per professional code and state licensing standards.
• Administers staff TB testing in compliance with Policy and Procedure as needed.
• Provide training on BLS/ CPR, AED, first aid, Narcan, and other required topics to non-medical staff.
• Attends all required staff training sessions in accordance with and state licensing requirements, completes all training on time
• Attends and participates in program and all staff meetings
• Adheres to and promotes the Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for others
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIALS

• RN license by the state of Texas
• Preferred Nursing experience, with at least one-year experience in mental health or pediatric nursing
• Must maintain a valid Drivers' License, have proof of automobile insurance and maintain a safe driving record.

The Location:
Based in Dallas, Texas.

Competivie Salary / Weekly Pay

For more information and to apply, please contact :
Yanet Haile
Account Manager, Bond Health Staffing
5824 12th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY, 11219
Office: 1-718-302-0040 ext. 205
Fax: 1-718-302-0070
Yanet@bondhealthstaffing.com