Registered Nurse (RN)
Full Time • St. Georgia's General Residential Operation
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Position Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) in a GRO is responsible for providing clinical care to residents, ensuring that all medical, psychiatric, and emotional needs are met. The RN will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, and implement individualized care plans for each resident, while also providing ongoing monitoring and education regarding health and wellness.
Key Responsibilities:
The Registered Nurse (RN) in a GRO is responsible for providing clinical care to residents, ensuring that all medical, psychiatric, and emotional needs are met. The RN will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, and implement individualized care plans for each resident, while also providing ongoing monitoring and education regarding health and wellness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Resident Assessment & Care:
- Perform initial and ongoing health assessments of residents, including physical and mental health evaluations.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans, in collaboration with physicians, psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Administer medications as prescribed, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with regulations.
- Monitor and manage residents' vital signs, lab results, and medical history, making adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Provide wound care, administer injections, and perform other medical treatments as required.
- Mental Health & Behavioral Support:
- Observe and report on residents' mental health and behavioral status, noting any significant changes.
- Provide support in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
- Assist in the implementation of therapeutic interventions and behavioral management plans.
- Educate residents and families on mental health conditions, medication management, and coping strategies.
- Collaboration & Teamwork:
- Work closely with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other medical staff to ensure comprehensive care for residents.
- Attend and actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss and adjust treatment plans.
- Communicate effectively with families, guardians, and outside healthcare providers to coordinate care and provide updates.
- Documentation & Compliance:
- Accurately document all nursing assessments, interventions, and resident responses in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including medication management, infection control, and resident confidentiality.
- Prepare and maintain medical records in accordance with facility policies and legal requirements.
- Health Education & Promotion:
- Educate residents and staff on health-related topics, including personal hygiene, medication management, healthy lifestyle choices, and self-care strategies.
- Promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of residents through individual and group health education programs.
- Emergency Response:
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies, providing basic life support (BLS) or advanced life support (ALS) as required.
- Implement emergency protocols, including notifying physicians, arranging transportation to emergency medical facilities, and providing support during crises.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
- Licensure:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.
- CPR and BLS certification (Advanced certifications like ACLS or PALS may be required, depending on facility).
- Experience:
- Experience in mental health nursing, addiction recovery, or behavioral health settings is preferred.
- Previous experience in residential treatment centers, hospitals, or long-term care settings is a plus.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Strong clinical nursing skills, including the ability to assess and treat a wide range of medical and psychiatric conditions.
- Excellent communication skills to work with residents, families, and the multidisciplinary care team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Knowledge of medication administration, therapeutic interventions, and behavioral management techniques.
- Other Requirements:
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries while forming positive, empathetic relationships with residents.
- Comfort with handling challenging behaviors or psychiatric emergencies.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts, as needed.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods.
- Ability to lift or assist with lifting residents if necessary (according to facility protocols).
- Visual and auditory acuity for observing patients and administering medications.
Our mission is to inspire youth to embrace the choose happiness, respond with love, and lead by example and Health (ENRICH) throughout their life journey. Our team is made up of highly trained and experienced professionals who are passionate about working with children. We cultivate a culture of continuous learning and improvement, and we are always looking for ways to enhance our services and better meet the needs of the families we serve.
Saint Georgia, GRO (SG) services various types of neglect and abuse children with problems that require different treatment approaches. Saint Georgia, LLC GRO is a General Residential Operation that serves teenagers between the ages of 7 and 17 and who has been diagnose with some type of Emotional Disorder.
Saint Georgia, GRO (SG) services various types of neglect and abuse children with problems that require different treatment approaches. Saint Georgia, LLC GRO is a General Residential Operation that serves teenagers between the ages of 7 and 17 and who has been diagnose with some type of Emotional Disorder.
We have developed a clinically program based on the specific needs of the residents, and our philosophy is based upon our beliefs and experiences related to the creation of genuine, lasting change in our residents.
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