What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Transition Program Nurses position at Biogensys?
We are hiring a Summer Transition Program Nurses for one of our clients in Ewing, NJ.
Job Description:
- Provide care to adolescents and young adults age 16-22 year with visual impairment or blindness during the day hours (7am-11pm) in an residential summer program.
- Some participants have additional medical needs/concerns that may include but are not limited to allergies, ADHD, asthma, autism, CP, developmental delays, diabetes, post-transplant, seizure, and use of assisted mobility devices such as crutches, wheelchairs, or walkers.
- Daily routine can include: medication administration, injury assessment and care, providing emergency management of ongoing medical concerns, assisting with activities of daily living (dressing and showering), communicating concerns with parents and working to develop solutions, assisting with meals, participating in group activities and community outings such as job sampling, attending class, visiting local stores/mall, going out to eat, outdoor concerts/festivals and documentation of care provided.
- More than one nurse is on at any given time. EMTs will provide overnight observation and emergency assistance until the next day's nurses arrive.
- Well qualified LPNs will also be considered and are encouraged to apply
Skills required:
- School nurse/paediatric experience preferred.
- Experience working with school-aged students with disabilities preferred
- Experience working with individuals with vision loss preferred
Education Required:
- Registered Nurse (RN).
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will be considered.
- School nurse and/or pediatric experience preferred. Current unencumbered NJ license.
- Current CPR certification
Work hours:
- Two shifts available daily: 7:00am - 3:30pm and 3:00pm - 11:30pm
- Applicants must be willing/able to commit to a minimum of 3 shifts
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