Registered Nurse- Assertive Community Treatment Program

We are seeking a Full-time Registered Nurse to join ourAssertive Community Treatment Program (ACT) for our Chicago Baltimore IL location.

Compensation- $70000-$75000/yr.

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is provided by an interdisciplinary team that ensures service availability 24 hours a day seven (7) days a week with ages 18 yrs. and is prepared to carry out a full range of treatment functions wherever and whenever needed. An individual is referred to the ACT team service when it has been determined that his/her needs are so pervasive and/or unpredictable that it is unlikely that they can be met effectively by other combinations of available community services or in circumstances where other levels of outpatient care have not been successful to sustain stability in the community. Typically this service should be targeted to individuals who have serious and persistent mental illness or co-occurring disorders multiple diagnoses and the most complex and expensive treatment needs.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse position provides medical assistance to the clients served through NYAP including performing physical assessments and treating acute minor illnesses as needed.

Working At NYAP

• NYAPs commitment to doing what isbestfor children youth and their families is acore valueand one that we look for in our newest team members.
• Excellenttraining and continuing education and development opportunities.
• 22 Days OffEach Year!
• Plus 11Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Summer Hours Off (one half day off each week)
• Student Loan Repayment assistance up to $1200 per year!
• Medical Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family!
• Competitive salaries and benefitsincluding a 401(k)
• Tuition Assistance
• Work Anniversary Trips!
• Peace leave
• Flexible Hours
• Mileage Reimbursement

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will perform duties including but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Programs mission values and philosophies
• Perform physical assessments on each client upon arrival and intake.
• Identify abnormal findings and notify the clients physician or consulting physicians.
• Assure the need for medical treatment for illnesses and/or injuries are being met.
• Assure the administration and implementation of physician orders and when appropriate educate the appropriate staff on administering medication and/or treatment as needed.
• Assure all documentation and required record keeping is completed in a timely manner.
• Assess minor illnesses and administer non-prescription medications per approved Standing Orders Policy.
• Schedule and coordinate examinations by the consulting physician for each individual.
• Coordinate care with the Team to assist in medical physical and mental wellbeing of individuals served.
• Assure the programs compliance with Medical Policies and Procedures as well as Standing Orders
• Provide in-service training and continued education to staff on health-care related needs of individuals served CPR and First Aid.
• Reviews medical and clinical charts and other personal documentation to monitor physical and mental health progress.
• Consults with other professionals regarding treatment planning and medical recommendations.
• Monitors medication compliance and any possible side effects reported by individuals served.
• Maintain Red Cross CPR/First Aid Trainers Certification.
• Other duties as assigned by Program Director or other direct supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Nursing requiredas well as must be a Registered Nurse with valid licensure.
• Nursing experience working with adults with behavioral needs is preferred.
• Must be available for on-call phone consultations as needed.
• Must be able to maintain compliance with attending agency required training programs.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers smart phones and tablets printers fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing spreadsheet and database programs.

Other Skills

• Reliable working telephone.
• Reliable working telephone.
• Openness to working in diverse groups.

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid drivers license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $10000/$300000 bodily injury liability

If this describes YOU please apply today!

person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures socioeconomic ethnic religious and racial backgrounds.

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention Positive Youth Development Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children youth and families.