POSITION OVERVIEW

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)

Evening&Weekend Warrior LPN

We are currently recruiting for highly motivated per diem LPN’s to work in our residential program!We offer a positive, caring work environment with excellent pay and benefits!

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will coordinate appropriate medical care, dental care, and mental health services nursing care/services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs. You will ensure that medical treatment services meet the requirements of the regulating agency. You will report to a Registered Nurse and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the nursing observations report findings to the registered nurse
• Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to RN and providers
• Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
• Dispense medications
• Communicate with medical director/providers regarding observation in client’s health/behavior
• Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments
• Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings
• Nursing documentation using EHR
• Update discharge planning needs
• Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs

Requirements and Education:

• LPN Licensed in New York State
• 1 to 2 years of experience
• CPR Certification
• Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired
• Must pass physical.
• Must be able to complete TCI training.

Benefits

• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 401 (K) plan
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

Description

Our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services to youth who are enrolled in our Youth ACT programs.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric services to youth and families enrolled in Youth ACT programs
• Provide consultation to staff on diagnostic and treatment questions
• Participate in formal and informal training and education to staff
• Prescribe medications, monitor, and review of drug regimen for enrolled individuals
• Participate in quality assurance activities, consult with the YouthACT Team in developing and reviewing service plans for all enrolled individuals
• Provide clinical expertise, consultation, and technical assistance to the Youth ACT Team, collaborate with county and community partners, and participate in any quality audit and utilization review
• Provide on-site/community based/home visits, medication evaluations, and reviews for ACT enrolled participants.

Education and/or Experience:

• Must have a minimum of one year experience working with youth and adults diagnosed with mental illness.
• Must be fully licensed Nurse Practitionerin the State of New York
• CPR Certification
• Must be able to work independently

You Have, or are willing to get:

• National Provider Identification (NPI) - issued by the federal Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). All electronic prescriptions in NYS require an NPI. Claims processing functions also require the NPI of nurse practitioners and physicians.
• Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) number– issued by the United States Department of Justice Department DEA to nurse practitioners and physicians to prescribe controlled substances. DEA registration must be renewed every three years for those issued a prescriber registration.
• NYS Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (NYS DOH BNE) registration – issued by the NYS DOH BNE to nurse practitioners and physicians to prescribe controlled substances. NYS DOH BNE registration must be renewed every two years for those issued a prescriber registration.
• NYS Medicaid Enrollment - in cases in which a Prescriber is prescribing to a NYS Medicaid enrolled client. Revalidation must occur at least every five years.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

Nurse - RN - Full-Time Evenings and every other Weekend - Residential Treatment - Albany, NY

Shifts are generally 3 PM - 11:30 PM

(Additional pay differential for evenings and weekends in addition to posted hourly wage)

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time RN (paid out 1/2 after 30 days, 1/2 after 365 days pending employee is in good standing and has not provided notice. New employees only are eligible for this RN sign-on bonus.)

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide nursing care and services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs using the nursing process (assessing, diagnosing,planning, implementing, and evaluating). You will report to the Nursing Manager and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the nursing assessment, evaluation and treatment plan of care for the physical and behavioral/emotional health of the residents
• Case management of outside provider visits (medical and dental) including annual assessments
• Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to providers
• Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
• Dispense medications; report/discuss observed side effects or other concerns with consulting psychiatrist
• Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments\
• Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors
• Communicate with medical director/providers regarding changes in client’s health/behavior
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings
• Nursing and medical documentation using EHR
• Provide training to residential counselor staff regarding reporting/recording of observedbehaviors and possible side effects relating to medications
• Update discharge planning needs
• Participate when assigned in agency committees
• Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs

Requirements and Education:

• RN Licensed in New York State
• CPR Certification required.
• Registered Nurse 1-2 years’ experience preferred
• Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired
• Must pass physical.
• Must be able to complete TCI training.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

Nurse - RN - Per - Diem - Evenings and Weekends - Residential Treatment - Albany, NY

Additional pay differential for evenings, overnights, and weekends

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide nursing care and services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs using the nursing process (assessing, diagnosing,planning, implementing, and evaluating). You will report to the Nursing Manager and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the nursing assessment, evaluation and treatment plan of care for the physical and behavioral/emotional health of the residents
• Case management of outside provider visits (medical and dental) including annual assessments
• Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to providers
• Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
• Dispense medications; report/discuss observed side effects or other concerns with consulting psychiatrist
• Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments\
• Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors
• Communicate with medical director/providers regarding changes in client’s health/behavior
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings
• Nursing and medical documentation using EHR
• Provide training to residential counselor staff regarding reporting/recording of observedbehaviors and possible side effects relating to medications
• Update discharge planning needs
• Participate when assigned in agency committees
• Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs

Requirements and Education:

• RN Licensed in New York State
• CPR Certification required.
• Registered Nurse 1-2 years’ experience preferred
• Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired
• Must pass physical.
• Must be able to complete TCI training.

Benefits

• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 401 (K) plan
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

$5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide nursing care and services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs using the nursing process (assessing, diagnosing,planning, implementing, and evaluating). You will report to the Nursing Manager and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the nursing assessment, evaluation and treatment plan of care for the physical and behavioral/emotional health of the residents
• Case management of outside provider visits (medical and dental) including annual assessments
• Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to providers
• Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
• Dispense medications; report/discuss observed side effects or other concerns with consulting psychiatrist
• Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments\
• Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors
• Communicate with medical director/providers regarding changes in client’s health/behavior
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings
• Nursing and medical documentation using EHR
• Provide training to residential counselor staff regarding reporting/recording of observedbehaviors and possible side effects relating to medications
• Update discharge planning needs
• Participate when assigned in agency committees
• Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs

Requirements and Education:

• RN Licensed in New York State
• CPR Certification required.
• Registered Nurse 1-2 years’ experience preferred
• Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired
• Must pass physical.
• Must be able to complete TCI training.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse in Foster Care, you will coordinate appropriate medical care, dental care, and mental health services nursing care/services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs. You will ensure that medical treatment services meet the requirements of the regulating agency. You will report to a Registered Nurse and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with medical providers to ensure proper medical care in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments.
• Work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure proper communication for medial needs
• Travel to foster homes to review and collect medication logs.
• Nursing documentation using EHR.
• Update discharge planning needs.
• See foster children in foster homes as needed.
• Provide information to be included on the medical portion of treatment plans for children in care.
• Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs.

Requirements and Education:

• LPN Licensed in New York State.
• 1 to 2 years of experience.
• Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired.
• Must pass physical.
• Must have a valid NYS drivers license

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications