Job Information
Northern Rivers Family Services Nurse-RN in Albany, New York
Nurse-RN
Job Details
Job Location
Albany-Academy RTF/NorthStar - Albany, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$40.00 - $40.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Description
Schedule: 4 days, 10 hour shifts, every other weekend!
As 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
Registered Nurse 1-2 years’ experience preferred
Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired
Benefits
Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Holiday Pay
401 (K) plan
Life Insurance
Loan repayment assistance
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 meaningful work.