Registered Nurse PRN - Villa Maria School
$83,200–$83,200 year
On-siteTimonium, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Assess health status, administer medications, and triage clients, staff, and visitors in routine, urgent, and emergency situations. Conduct regular rounds to monitor children's health, perform CPR and first aid as needed, and provide therapeutic crisis intervention techniques. Accurately document all care, procedures, and contacts in medical records while communicating health information to families and multidisciplinary teams. Maintain health supplies, order immunizations, and support children and staff during crises to ensure safety and stability. Works in a residential setting with 24-hour coverage needs at Villa Maria School, a 12-month program for students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse in good standing with the state of Maryland
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification
- CARE certification
- Adult and Pediatric CPR certification
- Knowledge of nursing practices including first aid, medication administration protocols, CPR, and infection control protocols
- Knowledge of medical terminology, medications and normal growth and development among children ages 3-15 and adults
- Knowledge of MD State and CDC guidelines/mandates for immunization
- Ability to use the CARE (Children and Residential Experiences) model to influence and guide all interactions and philosophy of support for children, families, and colleagues
- Flexibility and composure in a changing environment and effectively manages periods of significant job-related stress
- Patience and composure when working with children and interacting with parents, fostering positive relationships
- Ability to effectively connect with children, creating an engaging and enjoyable environment
- Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in using computer systems and software to perform job function, including but not limited to, basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e., Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and Microsoft Outlook
- Knowledgeable with use of other Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive
- Ability to move about to accomplish tasks or transition between worksites, including walking, standing, running, and transporting equipment or items (e.g., medical carts) throughout an 8-hour shift
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or reposition objects in all directions as needed to perform job duties, including assisting children, adolescents, and staff (using proper body mechanics) up to 50 pounds
- Hearing and vision abilities, with or without correction, sufficient to drive safely and effectively observe and communicate with others
- Flexibility required in times of urgent need and / or crisis and to perform health duties as assigned in any Agency location, any day of the week, any shift as needed to successfully meet care implementation expectations of the Health Services Division Department
- Ability to implement crisis intervention and therapeutic holds
- Stringent adherence to infection control procedures
- No remote or hybrid work availability based on core and essential functions of the position
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