Registered Nurse - Contract Basis

Position Summary: The Registered Nurse is responsible for completing assessments on medically complex children who are currently in Foster Care. Nursing services and quality management of all nursing functions are provided to the agency and provides health care services for all medically specialized children. The Registered Nurse ensures that comprehensive nursing assessments are completed for clients served by the agency, at the request of the agency.

This is a contract position assigned as needed to do clinical assessments at assigned Client Foster Family homes. You have the flexibility to schedule to meet with the Child/Children at the Foster Family home based on your schedule. You would set that up with the Foster Family.

Responsibilities:

• Assures the quality of nursing care required by all applicable standards.
• Provide service coordination (case management) to clients receiving services from the agency, including participation in treatment planning meetings, individual supportive therapy, and symptom management, educating, and supporting clients' families, and advocating for clients' rights and preferences.
• Consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process.
• Follow up on next home visit to see if referrals are made.
• Documents client progress to maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures.
• Participate in organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings.
• Coordinate consumer care to ensure quality care is consistently provided to consumers, using best practices.
• Produce and submit reports as requested by the established due date.
• Effectively network with other community agency personnel. Serve as an Ambassador in representing FamilyCore in the community.
• Complete all documentation of care and an assessment for each client Foster Family home assigned monthly. The assessment is due to FamilyCore by the 1st of the following month along with the mileage report and any other documentation.
• Provide possible resources to Case Worker or Foster Parent.
• Notify the Child Welfare Supervisor or Program Director of any medical emergencies.

Requirements:

Specific Education, Certification & Skill Requirements:

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
• Minimum of one year experience or special training in the treatment of children and adolescents.
• Must be an initiative-taking, results-oriented individual who is customer focused.
• Valid State Driver's License (in good standing). If moving to Illinois after position is accepted, must obtain an Illinois Driver's License within 30 days from date of hire.
• Current physical and TB (PPD) test within 30 days of
• first Aid and CPR Certification
• Appropriate automobile insurance (at least state minimum).
• Signed employee acknowledgement of physical health and infection control
• Ability to manage confidential
• Ability to utilize computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software
• Must pass DCFS background
• Vehicle required.
• Ability to be sensitive and understanding of cultural and lifestyle differences of all people regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, or background.

Physical:

• Frequent standing, grasping, fingering, and lifting, pulling and pushing up to 10 lbs.
• Regular sitting, walking, reaching, and reaching overheard.
• Occasional stooping and other physical activities related to an office environment.
• Operate general office equipment, including multi-line phone, fax machine, printer, copier, scanner, laminator, and personal computer, with or without dual screens.

Work Environment:

• Work occurs primarily in an office environment. Occasionally exposed to loud noise and outdoor weather conditions.
• May be subject to distraction and interruptions. May be subject to difficult client interactions that involve behavioral and/or emotional challenges.

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