JOB TITLE: RN (Registered Nurse)

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: Four Ten Hour Shifts

WORK LOCATION: Paducah, KY

POSITION SUMMARY

Easterseals West Kentucky, Inc. is searching for a RN for our Lily Pad (Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care). The nurse will be responsible for working with children with complex medical needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The RN will perform all or some of the following:

· Follows Individual Plan of Care/Treatment Plan based upon physician’s orders and as established or revised by the RN/CPO.

· Responds to medical emergencies as required.

· Administers medications as prescribed by a physician and authorized by parent/guardian/self.

· Documents medications, treatments, illnesses and injuries on individual clinical records, incident reports, and nurse’s notes.

· Keeps all medications stored and locked in a central location and narcotics under double locks.

· Provides health screenings on clients as needed and referred by direct care staff.

· Completes monthly assessments on assigned adult day health care clients as required and makes recommendations for changes to the Individual Plan of Care/Treatment Plan based upon assessment findings.

· Consults with parents, physicians, clinical directors and other health care providers about adult health issues, medications and treatments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND KEY COMPETENICES:

· High School Diploma or GED equivalent

· RN license required

· Previous experience required

· Ability to multi-task and manage a variety of projects and goals

· Highly organized and detail oriented

· Must be a citizen of the United States and possess a valid driver’s license

· Able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Easterseals West Kentucky Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Our organization is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees, and to providing each person with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.99 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Easterseals West Kentucky, Inc. conducts a very thorough pre employment background check and drug screen due to the nature of our positions. Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony offense, which has not been annulled, expunged or sealed by the court?
• Does anyone in your family work for Easterseals West Kentucky, Inc.?
• Have you ever been dismissed or asked to resign from employment?

a. If yes, please explain:

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person