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ChildServe RN/LPN Weekend Days- Adolescent/ Young Adult Complex Medical (Full Time) in Johnston, Iowa
RN/LPN Weekend Days- Adolescent/ Young Adult Complex Medical (Full Time)
Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, and Supports Johnston, Iowa
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Description
ChildServe’s Complex Medical program provides 24-7 residential skilled nursing care in a family-focused environment. We care for adolescents and young adults who are unable to live at home due to their complex medical needs. Our intensive medical and nursing services support young adults with a variety of conditions. Our ratios average 1:9 with structured support from CNAs, CMAs, Respiratory Therapists, and other direct care staff.
Benefits
This role is full-time and eligible for health benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time-off, and a 403b retirement account. PTO is frontloaded starts accruing immediately!
Additional perks include on-site cafe with discounted meals, online learning opportunities, partial adoption/IVF assistance, education assistance, and many more. Check out our nursing landing page for more info www.childserve.org/nursing
Schedule
Weekend package, 6a-6p, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
What You'll Do
Within the nursing scope of practice, physician’s orders, and the patient’s care plan, make decisions and deliver a full range of nursing care based on the fundamentals of the nursing process.
Maintain accurate, completed, and timely records as defined by nursing standards of practice and ChildServe policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with patients, physicians, families, school personnel, ChildServe staff, and others to assure assigned resident's care needs are assessed, communicated, and met.
Provide oversight of the care delivered by Licensed Practical Nurses and paraprofessionals.
Provide training to young adults, families, and staff as needed to help advance the skills and knowledge of all people associated with a child’s care delivery.
Demonstrate good stewardship of ChildServe equipment, supplies, and environment.
Complete other duties as assigned
What You'll Need
Current valid license as a RN/LPN in Iowa.
Active BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing and speaking the English language
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
This position requires a seasonal COVID vaccination or approved exemption.
A big heart for helping kids with special healthcare needs live a #greatlife
Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing [email protected] .
Why ChildServe?
ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here:
Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great
We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5600 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.
Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.
Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
We believe our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued and all feel safe and welcome.
We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.
Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!
ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer