JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for optimal functioning and administration of the Medical Department at the Adelbrook Academy Schools. Responsible for implementing professional nursing procedures and for promotion, restoration, and maintenance of maximum health care and health management of all individuals in care. Ensures for the overall plan of care for all individuals through the assignment of LPNs as appropriate. Provides appropriate assessments and examinations to individuals under the guidance of the Consulting Pediatrician and other licensed practitioners. Provides training for individuals and staff on relevant medical issues. Administratively Supervises and evaluates the performance of the LPNs in the schools. This is a full-time exempt position that reports administratively to the Director of Nursing. This position will require traveling between Adelbrook Academy Schools.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have graduated from an accredited nursing program and be licensed in the State of CT as an RN. Experience in psychiatric nursing and/or work with emotionally disturbed, behaviorally disordered children is preferred. A minimum of five years of nursing experience and additional supervisory experience and training are required.
Must have knowledge of and ability to apply professional nursing theory, practice and ethics; knowledge of current medications, their actions, interactions, uses and side effects; knowledge of medical, therapeutic and psychiatric nursing interventions and methods; interpersonal skills, ability to respond to emergencies; ability to analyze and evaluate proper care and treatment; ability to listen and provide empathetic assistance to individuals and guardians in meeting their needs and carrying out prescribed treatment; knowledge of and ability to apply quality standards, procedures and protocols; ability to encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust and team identity to foster commitment and team work.
The ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing, is requisite as is the ability to work with colleagues and individuals from diverse ethnic, educational, economic and religious backgrounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $79,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- RN License (Required)
Work Location: In person