Registered Nurse - PRTF - PRN
ALEXANDER YOUTH NETWORK
Summary
Federal regulations require Registered Nurses (RN) to be in PRTF ratio 24 hours a day. RN staff must monitor the milieu and all restrictive interventions to ensure the safety and welfare of PRTF clients.
Job description
What You'll Do
Federal regulations require Registered Nurses (RN) to be in PRTF ratio 24 hours a day. RN staff must monitor the milieu and all restrictive interventions to ensure the safety and welfare of PRTF clients.
RN staff promotes the use of the Neuro-sequential Model of Care; manage medication, medical treatments, observe clients for any health status changes, coordinate emergent care and transport, and collaborate with Guardians to ensure each client's essential well-child healthcare needs are met during their placement in the PRTF.
Provide healthcare education to PRTF Treatment Team members, clients, family members and other agency programs as needed, i.e. Medication Administration and Blood Borne Pathogen/Infection Control.
Applies knowledge of child growth and development as it relates to the Neuro-sequential Model of Care; explains procedures and treatments to clients to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension through awareness of comfort and safety needs of client.
Demonstrates punctuality, dependability and on-call availability to work additional shifts; remains flexible to alter core scheduling when unexpected scheduling needs arise within the department; RN staff will flex to be included in the cottage or classroom ratio when the need arises.
Requirements
- Valid and current RN, NC licensure from N.C. Board of Nursing
- One year of crisis experience
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Valid NC or SC Driver's License
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Tuition Assistance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive Health Plan
Company overview
Alexander Youth Network is a specialized mental health care organization focused on providing comprehensive behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and their families. Operating primarily in North Carolina, the organization delivers a continuum of care that includes outpatient therapy, intensive in-home services, community-based interventions, and crisis stabilization programs. Their evidence-based treatment approaches address a wide range of mental health challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, and family system issues. With a strong commitment to accessibility and quality care, Alexander Youth Network employs licensed clinicians, therapists, and support staff who work collaboratively with families, schools, and community partners to create individualized treatment plans. The organization plays a vital role in the regional mental health ecosystem by offering specialized services tailored to the unique developmental needs of youth, while also providing family education and support services to promote sustainable recovery and improved quality of life for the children and families they serve.