The posting
At the Cardinal Cushing Centers, we support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing possibilities and opportunities for growth and advancement. Our programs for students, adults and community members include education, employment training, transition services, residential care, therapeutic and recreational services
**Various hours/shifts available. Per diem hours are also available!!
SUMMARY
The RN provides nursing care to sick students. Assesses student complaints, gives medications as ordered and handles specific responsibilities assigned. Provides support to parents and staff. Takes all concerns seriously and responds appropriately.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains current licensure Dispenses medications as necessary Provides nursing care to students in the Health Center as dictated by the situation Maintains accurate notes and provides precise reports Assumes responsibility for portions of the medication procedure: - Updating prescriptions from doctors every six months and medication orders annually;
- Keeps medication sheets up to date;
- Implements new MD orders and changes as needed;
- Knowledge and understanding of the side effects of all medications dispensed;
- Keeps accurate records and schedules lab tests on individual students according to medical protocol
and as ordered by physicians;
- Provides staff with pertinent information on health-related issues.
Orients and trains Residential Life Skills instructors, educational, and vocational staff to the medication procedures per DPH guidelines
Notifies Director of Health Services or covering supervisor of any emergency medical situations as they occur and follows the protocol for emergency care on or off campus
Implements and monitors diet programs for those students necessitating weight control Provides emergency first aid for students and personnel Assumes the responsibilities of the Director in his/her absence May have specific responsibilities assigned i.e. medications, keeping current the prescriptions, monitoring charts, and follow up on medications returned after school vacations, etc.
Documents accurately and completely on the following, but not limited to: clinic log, nurses notes, communications log, phone log replenishes first aid boxes as necessary helps verify med sheet monthly Logs in medication received from pharmacy in appropriate file. Logs in and counts medications received from student’s family in appropriate file Attends departments meetings Keeps work area clean, stocked and safe Accepts responsibility to participate in the daily count of controlled substance on hand with on-coming nurse.
Monitors and charts BP, P, and weights monthly Participates in monthly orientation Tracks completion of annual physical exams as required by EEC Tracks immunizations to ensure they are kept up to date Checks and recounts all medications that are packed for a home visit Prepares medical summaries for IEP and updates as needed Regular attendance and promptly reports to work at the beginning of the scheduled shift are essential functions of this position Upholds the mission and corporate values of St. Coletta’s and Cardinal Cushing Schools of Mass., Inc. Adheres to the Cardinal Cushing Center Code of Professional Standards and Behavior. Completes other assignments as deemed appropriate by the Director/covering supervisor. NIGHT NURSE RESPONSIBILITIES
Checks and prepares all medication for administration Orders student’s medications as needed through pharmacy Notifies parents in writing/e-mail when student’s med supply is low or due to be filled
Checks to make sure inhalers, epi-pens, diastats and PRN medications have not expired
Ensures correct labels on medication bottles Packs for field trips and home visits Formal Education
Graduate of NLN approved school of nursing
Current RN license, will also consider LPN with experience
A valid driver’s license
Completion of Orientation and required training
Certification: Receive initial certification and re-certification as appropriate in the following
- CPR
- Safety Care
Skills/Abilities/Competencies
Good nursing and assessment skills
Ability to work flexible hours
Ability to respond to emergency situations, utilizing common sense above all
Must be able to relate well with students, parents, staff, doctors, etc.
Ability to set limits
Physical Demand
Good vision
Ability to stand on feet long periods of time
Physically restrains students according to Safety Care standards
Assists and/or lifts students who have physical disabilities
