Methodist Children's Home
Location
Sulphur, Louisiana
The primary duties involve assisting the Director of Nursing Services in screening and overseeing the health care of assigned children, including staff and client education on health matters. This role also provides emergency medical oversight for clients and staff and monitors staff performance regarding health responsibilities.
Candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid Louisiana license, preferably possessing two years of experience working with an adolescent population. Essential characteristics include a fundamental love for children, maturity, integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent organizational and teaching abilities.
To assist the Director of Nursing Services in the screening and oversight of the health care of all children assigned to their care.
To assist the Director of Nursing Services in education and training of staff and clients as directed in health care issues, policies, and procedures.
To provide emergency oversight of medical services as needed for clients and staff.
Assists as directed in the maintenance of systems and processes related to health care functions to include infection control, employee health, and other areas as assigned.
Maintains high standard of personal and interpersonal functioning in job performance.
To monitor Child Care staff in the performances of their health care responsibilities.
To assist the Director of Nursing in other duties as assigned in areas related to the provisions of health care for clients and staff.
Must be a Licensed Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with a valid Louisiana license; two years of experience preferred in working with an adolescent population.
Must have a fundamental love for children and a desire to be an agent for change in their lives.
Must possess a strong sense of personal authority, maturity, and integrity for an influential and authoritarian role with youth and staff.
Must have strong, positive interpersonal skills to work with youth and staff.
Must have a strong work ethic, be willing to work under the supervision of the Director of Health Care Services, and be willing to commit to significant job responsibilities.
Must have excellent organizational, teaching, and leadership skills.
Must be able to function effectively as a team member of the professional staff with a focus on problem-solving and outcomes.
Rotating Schedule- including weekends and holidays. Day shift 5a-5p. Full time status is 36 hours (3- 12 hour shifts)
As provided in the Annual Budget.
FLSA Exemption: Exempt
As stated in Personnel Policies and Procedures and determined by the Board of Directors.
The foregoing description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Activity: (Hours per day)
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Occasionally: Up to 3 hours
Frequently: 3-6 hours
Constantly: 6-8 + hours
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Is repetitive use of hand required?
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Simple Grasping with hands
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