Registered Nurse
Company: Logan River Academy
Location: Logan
Posted on: May 15, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionRegistered NurseLogan, UTLooking for a motivated
and forward thinking Registered Nurse to join our nursing
department! We are searching for someone to take our nursing
department to the next level and provide quality care to our
clients. Logan River Academy is a residential treatment center and
fully accredited school for adolescent youth from ages 12-18. We
help students struggling with a wide range of emotional and
behavioral issues including: autism spectrum disorders, anxiety,
oppositional behavior, bipolar disorder, borderline issues, PTSD,
substance abuse, depression, ADHD, anger management, self-esteem,
family relationships, communication, or other setbacks in their
life. Our mission is to provide support and structure to help these
students make good choices, be successful, and receive the academic
and therapeutic help that they may need. The ideal candidate will
be patient, empathetic, a self starter, and have a resilient
personality.
- Full time position, with starting pay range at $30 per hour!! -
pay is flexible based on experience!
- Generous PTO plan, 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision & Cell phone
allowance provided!You may be right for the position if you will:
- Demonstrate the understanding of physical, emotional, cultural,
religious and psychosocial needs of patients
- Assist in providing a safe, therapeutic environment for all
patients
- Demonstrates knowledge of Nursing Department philosophy, and
assumes responsibility for maintaining Standards of Nursing
Practice and Standards of Care for all patients
- Work without direct supervision, but seek supervision from
immediate supervisor for complex issues that arise
- Serve as a role model for patients to observe and learn more
socially effective values, attitudes and behaviors when
interacting. The Essential functions for the Registered Nurse
include the following
- Administer daily medications appropriately and document all
data accurately according to facility policy. Assist in medication
management and training.
- Professionally collaborates with all staff members and
departments to facilitate coordinated contribution to patient care
without bias.
- Participates and attends treatment team and other meetings as
needed.
- Ensure patients receive care as per physician orders.
Communicate with primary care physicians, dentists, etc to ensure
each student receives care regularly and as needed.
- Participates in the development of patient's problem solving
abilities.
- Intervenes in medical emergencies with communicating proper
steps and procedures to ensure safety. May include proper
notification of administration, physicians, primary therapist, and
family when needed
- Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support program
and student needs.Required Experience/Additional Information:
- 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 is a plus!
- Ability to pass FBI Background Check
- Valid State Drivers license required
- Must be at least 21 years of ageBenefits:
- Starting pay range is $30 per hour, but pay is flexible based
on experience!
- Full Time
- Generous PTO plan
- 401k
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Cell phone allowanceTypical hours for this position are
Tues-Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
Keywords: Logan River Academy, Logan , Registered Nurse, Healthcare , Logan, Utah
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