Registered Nurse

Company: Logan River Academy
Location: Logan
Posted on: May 9, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionRegistered Nurse

• Starting pay range is $30 per hour but will pay more based on experience
• Full Time
• Generous PTO plan
• 401k
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Cell phone allowanceLogan River Academy in Logan UT, is looking for a motivated and forward thinking registered nurse to lead out nursing department. We are looking for someone to take our nursing department to the next level and provide quality care to our clients. Typical hours are Tues-Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pmAbout Logan River AcademyLogan River Academy is a residential treatment center and fully accredited school for adolescent youth form ages 12-18. We help students struggling with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues including autism spectrum disorders, adoption issues, anxiety, oppositional behavior, bipolar disorder, borderline issues, PTSD, substance abuse, depression, ADHD, impulse control, peer pressure, anger management, self-esteem, grief/loss issues, family relationships, communication, and academic struggles.QualificationsThe Essential functions for the Registered Nurse include the following:
  • Demonstrates understanding of physical, emotional, cultural, religious and psychosocial needs of patients
  • Identifies, implements and documents patient teaching
  • Assist in providing a safe, therapeutic environment
  • Ensure patients receive care as per physician orders
  • Administers medications appropriately and documents all data accurately according to facility policy.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of Nursing Department philosophy, and assumes responsibility for maintaining Standards of Nursing Practice and Standards of Care for all patients
  • Works without direct supervision, but seeks supervision from immediate supervisor for complex issues that arise
  • Prioritizes nursing care interventions according to individual patient and overall unit milieu needs
  • Professionally collaborates with all staff members to facilitate coordinated contribution to patient care; maintains continuity of patient care
  • Participates and attends treatment planning as needed
  • Serves as a role model for patients to observe and learn more socially effective values, attitudes and behaviors
  • Participates in the development of patient's problem solving abilities
  • Intervenes in medical emergencies including proper notification of administration, physicians, primary therapist, and familyEducation/Experience:
    • Registered Nurse graduate of an accredited school of nursing with State of Utah RN licensure
    • At least 2 years experience in the nursing field is preferred. Experience in mental health field preferred but not required.
    • Pass FBI Background Check
    • Valid State Drivers license required
    • Must be at least 21 years of age

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