Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd Children & Family Services provides the highest quality foster care and treatment foster care, adoption, expectant parent counseling, maternity shelter, pregnancy services and advocacy. In response to the call of Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, to help those in need, we connect children with families and keep families connected.
POSITION SUMMARY
The St. Louis Catholic Charities of Good Shepherd Children and Family Services Nurse under the supervision of the Maternity Shelter Director, it provides preventative healthcare services to meet the needs of residents in Maternity by performing basic medical duties. Support clients and foster families in the Treatment Foster Care program. The Nurse is the professional liaison between Good Shepherd clinical staff and community health providers. This position educates our residents, clients and families on the healthcare systems and physical health issues.
OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Health Assessments & Clinical Care
Intake & Physicals: Complete comprehensive resident physical assessments within 3 days of intake, monitoring height, weight, and blood pressure. Maintain annual physical, dental, and vision appointments per contract and licensing standards.
Medication Management: Oversee medication storage and handling, conduct weekly unit audits, review Medication Administration Records (MARs) and Physician Order Forms, observe for adverse reactions, and manage medical supply inventory.
Health Monitoring & Triage: Address daily health concerns, refer significant issues to community health providers, and maintain accurate client health data in FAMCARE.
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Staff Education & Training
Medication Training: Conduct psychotropic medication administration training classes for residential staff and ensure ongoing certification compliance.
General Education: Provide health and wellness education to both staff and residents as needed.
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Meetings, Coordination & Professional Expectations
Appointments & Transportation: Coordinate with the Service Coordinator and Parenting Coordinator to arrange transportation for medical, dental, and vision appointments.
Collaboration & On-Call: Participate in residential and TFC meetings, clinical reviews, and required trainings, while fulfilling on-call responsibilities.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- LPN or RN required, license current and in good standing
- Safe Crisis Management training
- First Aid and CPR training
- MCCA Medication Administration Certification, willing to obtain
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Understanding of professional boundaries.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Awareness of problem-ownership and contributing to a team.
- Demonstrated strength in time management, prioritizing, and problem solving.
- Focus on the overall well-being of residents, primarily medical.
- Actively work with colleagues from other departments making Good Shepherd resources available to all residents and clients.
- Ability to work cooperatively and productively with all levels of staff.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with state agencies and community partners.
- Demonstrated ability to form a healthy relationship0/ rapport with all residents.
Good Shepherd Children & Family Services does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. Good Shepherd Children & Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.