A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Mon -Fri (8:15am - 3:15pm) 12 months with paid recess
ABOUT PILLAR CARE CONTINUUM
Pillar Care Continuum is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence and participation in the community. Founded in 1953 to meet the needs of children with cerebral palsy and their families, Pillar Care has steadily grown and now delivers life-affirming services to infants, children, adults and their families throughout northern New Jersey through 27 program locations. Pillar Care provides specialized programs to meet a wide range of educational, therapeutic, and social needs of people with various disabilities. The agency serves over 1,650 families each year and employs 700 full- and part-time employees.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Provide direct nursing care for students with disabilities and staff as needed. The students we serve have a variety of medical needs that require the support of a compassionate nurse. In this role you will be part of a small team of nurses, therapists and teachers that ensure our students the best medical attention and educational services. Key Responsibilities Provides nursing care to students and staff in accordance with New Jersey statutes, regulations and Department of Education (DOE) guidelines, and
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policies and procedures
Administers medication to students according to prescription and performs related administrative responsibilities
Determines need to refer students' home because of illness or to hospitals, clinics, or physicians
Obtains required health information for each student (physicals, height and weight) annually and ensures that all student immunizations are up to date
May participate in intake screening of students to assist in determination school's ability to meet student's medical needs
May participate in IEP meeting to discuss health care planning needs
Assists in organizing medical clinics and various screening activities; participates in clinics as required
May serve as interface between school and medical professionals
May conducts and participate in in-service staff training on health-related issues
Administration of tube feedings and care of G-Tube site
Performs other functions as directed by supervisor
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Knowledge and demonstrated competence in the practice and principles of nursing
Understanding of statutes, rules and regulations governing the practice of nursing in a school setting
Understanding of child development and developmental disabilities
The ability to exercise good judgement and convey health information to others in a clear, concise and logically
Maintains respect and confidentiality
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain proper working relationships with students, parents, co-workers and staff
Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, carrying and moving children with disabilities while maintaining a safe environment
Professional demeanor and adherence to ethical standards, personnel policies, procedures and universal health precautions
The ability to display flexibility in work assignments and overall professionalism
QUALIFICATIONS
RN License required; graduate of an accredited nursing program licensed in the State of New Jersey
Minimum of 1 years' experience in a school, pediatric or group home setting
Certified School Nurse License required
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary:
$ 80,000-$95,000 annually Pillar Care takes into consideration a combination of candidate's work experience and qualification as well as the scope of the role, complexity and external market and internal market value when determining salary level.
with Employer Matching up to 4% Educational Assistance Program This job description is a brief listing of the functions and requirements of the position named above. It is not intended to serve as a contract for employment nor to list in specific detail every aspect of the job nor to limit the performance of those duties. Other tasks may be assigned as deemed necessary by agency administration. Every Pillar Care employee is responsible for the implementation of the Exposure Control Plan (ECP). As specified in our exposure control plan this position is classified as: Category 2 Category 2 Employees who perform tasks that involve no exposure to blood or body fluids but may perform unplanned procedures usually performed by Category I employees. Mon - Fri 8:15am - 3:15pm
