Job Description:
It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!
Bilingual Required (English/Spanish)
Academic Req: Required - Graduate from accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing program
Certifications: Good standing as a Licensed Vocational Nurse with the state of Texas Board of Nursing, current BLS certifications (PALS preferred), First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention
Work experience: Required - One (1) year nursing experience, including pediatric nursing experience
Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:
- Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that are applicable to this position.
- Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team when appropriate.
- Complete all nursing duties and provide all health care services relevant to this position in compliance with all regulatory authorities, and program protocols, procedures, and supervisory instructions, including, but not limited to, active and ongoing nursing assessments, charting, scheduling of appointments, routine observations, isolation observations, wellness checks, immunizations, all required documentation, and reporting.
- Implement and monitor established health care plans and treatment orders to ensure that all orders directed by a physician or APP are implemented as ordered and immediately upon request.
- Provide guidance, direction, and leadership to medical staff and maintain readiness to supervise and train medical staff, medical service specialists, and direct care staff when requested by the RN Manager.
- Effectively communicate, consult, and interact with the Registered Nurse Manager on protocol and procedure issues affecting the quality of health care services on campus and issues of contagious disease control when any child is on campus is ill with a contagious disease and communicate effectively with health care providers regarding care for service population and advocate for the needs of the service population.
- Maintain documentation of controlled drugs that may be available, including up-to-date reconciliation of all scheduled drugs used in the facility through the facility's protocols and procedures as requested by the RN Manager.
- When directed, communicate with pharmacies about ordering prescription medications, check medication deliveries for accuracy and compliance with provider orders, and remediate any discrepancies.
- Assist in maintaining adequate over-the-counter medication supplies for assigned service population facility.
- Assist in arranging the transport of residents to health care appointments, including doctor, dentist, therapy, counseling, lab, and other required transport visits.
- When directed, arrange proper disposal of unused and expired medications according to protocols.
- Develop, maintain, and audit an accurate Medication Administration Record (MAR) for each child and assist with the medication administration and health of the service population as needed or requested by the RN Manager.
- Provide required facility documentation and reporting promptly within the required timeframes to meet Compass Connections and federal and state guidelines.
- Maintain all written and electronic medical health care records.
- Participate in the development of health and medical-related protocols and procedures for a federal program.
- Communicate with the service population and staff in a manner that prioritizes confidentiality of health care records and information in keeping with HIPAA, Protected Health Information (PHI) requirements, and Compass Connections confidentiality protocol and procedures.
- Participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions, and operations.
- Adhere to scheduled hours pertaining to the position, remain available for on-call scheduling, and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, requested, or deemed appropriate by the Registered Nurse Manager.
- Know, understand, and apply positive behavior management techniques, including verbal redirection, de-escalation, and containment.
- Know and recognize the signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and sexually provocative behavior and implement professional response, reporting, and documenting procedures.
- Show appreciation and affection toward children in a compassionate and professional manner, minimizing cultural misinterpretations.
- As requested by the RN manager, assist with training Compass Connections staff and service population on medical issues and best practices regarding CPR, First Aid, BLS, calling 9-1-1, controlling contagious disease, quality health care, and emergency response preparedness.
- Plan, organize, and prioritize daily work using sound judgment and following the direction of the Registered Nurse Manager.
- Implement Compass Connections safety protocols, including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
- Maintain Compass Connections' professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in the employee handbook, including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with the required dress code at all times.
Other Responsibilities:
- Perform nursing duties at designated site(s) in accordance with nursing guidelines and best practices established by the Texas Board of Nursing for Registered Nurses.
- Complete accurate documentation of nursing activities performed in accordance with agency policies and procedures, contract and regulatory requirements and standards, and program timeline requirements.
- Collaborate with and apply advanced practice provider (APP) and Registered Nurse (RN) Manager recommendations regarding best practices and Compass Connections Medical protocols and procedures.
- Initiate medical services provided to the service population to ensure they meet all state, federal, and program requirements and that the clinic setting remains safe and sanitary at all times.
- Meet all pre-determined deadlines required by the program and federal partners.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
- Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
- Pass pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
- Demonstrate the ability to:
- Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
- Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers, and professionals.
- Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English.
- Provide crisis intervention according to training provided by Compass Connections when needed to maintain a safe environment.
- Work in a fast-paced environment and always maintain emotional control and professional composure.
- Maintaining computer literacy is required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
- Work effectively and without intensive supervision independently and as a multidisciplinary team member.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.
- Must complete and sign Operations Policy and Procedure review and certification.
- Must provide current physical-medical release and provide proof of immunizations, titers, or declinations for the following:
- MMR
- Varicella
- HepB
- HepA
- Tetanus
- PPD
- Meningococcal (preferred)
- Must be able to perform physical activity such as extensive walking, lifting of patients, stretching, and bending.
- Must be able to work in a team environment.
- Must maintain professional people skills, including oral, written, listening, and non-verbal communication skills.
- Here at Compass Connections, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Thank you for your interest in joining our mission!
- Compass Connections is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof.
- Compass Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Compass Connections, not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!
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