Description:

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that values your professional development, offers promotional opportunities, has flexible hours, gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families. If so, read on

WHO IS YFA?Youth and Family Alternatives, Inc. (YFA) is a progressive not-for-profit organization of 300+ staff who are dedicated to working in partnership with communities and families to create a safe, nurturing environment for children and to lead the way in building a bridge for children to have a stable and loving family. Established in 1970, YFA has been around for over 50 years, with services spanning seven counties across Florida. No matter the role, we believe every team member at YFA has a critical role in supporting our children and our communities and we constantly strive to ensure a positive, purpose-driven, dynamic work environment for you to learn, grow and meet your fullest potential. If these values appeal to you and you would like to invest your time, energy, and talent in a cause that can make a difference in a child and family’s future, then we may have a place for you on our team!
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• 14 Days of PTO, incrementally increasing annually
• 13 Paid holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with match after 12 months
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

Location: 1060 US Hwy 17 South, Bartow, FL

Position Summary:

This is an administrative position responsible for the supervision and coordination of medication-related services for the youth residing at the shelter.

Position Highlights:

• Reviewing the Health Admission Screening form provided by the facility intake staff during the admission process for all youth.
• Conducting nursing assessments as indicated by intake documentation.
• Developing a nursing care plan for youth with medical conditions. Plans shall include all known medical and dental appointments, current medications, and names of youths’ community practitioners.
• Completing appropriate Medical Alerts, including nutrition and diet concerns.
• Provide episodic and emergency care while on site. Youth that require care beyond First Aid for minor injuries or illness must be referred to the Emergency Room or call for EMS/911 assistance. When Nurse is not on-site, the program will follow standard policy and procedure governing medical and mental health concerns for non-licensed staff. The nurse is not to be utilized as an on-call medical resource.
• Providing health education for youth and parents/guardians on specific medications and chronic and acute health conditions to youths. Subject matter includes wellness with fitness, nutrition and positive coping skills.
• Medication Management Process. The Registered Nurse is responsible for oversight and management of medication distribution, secure storage and accountability of medications.
• Medication administration during on-site hours. When the Nurse is on-site, medications shall be administered only by the Nurse.
• Ensuring that non-licensed staff are trained, and know how to assist youth with self-administration of medications during hours when no licensed nurse is on-site. The responsibility of training and verifying competency of non-licensed staff in this task may not be delegated to another non-licensed staff.
• Management of the Pyxis medication storage system, including medication inventory counts.
• Monitoring medication side effects when administering medications. Review documented side effect monitoring by non-licensed staff and provide additional training as needed.
• Staff education and training regarding acute and chronic health conditions, wellness, exercise and fitness, dietary and nutritional needs of adolescents, and Universal Precautions/Infection Control.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• This position must be filled by an RN.
• You shall have an active and clear Florida license in accordance with chapter 464, Florida Statutes.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand and bend
• Lift and carry 30 pounds