SD Registered Nurse (5369)

Join Our MissionAs a Secure Detention Registered Nurse at 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 of an Associate’s Degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience preferred, experience dealing with adolescents a plus
• Must have a current and valid driver's license with acceptable driving history to the Agency. Local and regional travel is required daily.
• Ability to be flexible schedule with weekends, holiday required
• MS office Skills required

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.

Salary

$42 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

Together for Youth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on 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 diverse backgrounds and <cultures.As> a federal contractor, Together for Youth will not discharge or 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 with access to compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose this information unless it is in response to a formal complaint or charge, in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, or consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).

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