PRN Staff Nurse – Medication Administration

Where New Paths Begin

Recovery is possible with OhioGuidestone. A leader in the field of behavioral health with a 155-year history, we address the needs of the whole person, helping individuals reset their paths, reclaim their autonomy and restore their purpose. OhioGuidestone connects individuals with the resources needed to achieve lifelong success, providing community counseling, substance use disorder treatment, workforce development training, early childhood mental health services, psychiatric care and more.

Essential Functions:

• Distributes medication as ordered by physician to cottage residents and documents in medication administration record.
• Orders and prepares medications for administration.
• Establishes and maintains an open line of communication with nursing staff, Residential Treatment Specialists, and Nursing Supervisor.
• Monitors client vitals and reports to Medical Providers.
• Instructs employees regarding medications and medical procedures for each client as it relates to that employee

• Documents client records, labs, medical records, and OARRS within Agency designated standards.
• Meets and sustains the OhioGuidestone designated productivity standard.

• Provides ongoing education for infectious disease, Hepatitis, vitals, and medications for employees.
• Carry out orders as received from providers.
• Attends all required staff meetings, Agency trainings, and supervision meetings.
• Accepts assignments for, and travels to, various Agency locations, as needed.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events or department specific projects or seasonal program changes.

• Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrates positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Performance Requirements:

• Must be able to operate a computer and other position related technologies
• Must be able to verbally exchange information in a confidential manner with employees, clients, students, participants, and/or families in various settings
• Must be available for crisis management by phone as needed
• Must be able to work flexible hours as needed
• Must be able to clearly and confidentially communicate with OhioGuidestone employees, clients, students, participants, and other stakeholders

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to access work locations and, as necessary, homes which may include ascending/descending stairs
• Must be able to stoop, stand, walk, bend, and stay upright to perform work
• Must be able to visually read written and digital information
• Must be able to visually determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned and/or to make general observations of facilities or structures
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication
• Must be able to hear clients, students, or participants, co-workers, and supervisors at normal speaking levels
• Must be able to dictate with clients, students, participants, co-workers, and supervisors using all means of communication including but not limited to, in-person, phone, and computer
• Must be able to run and/or chase as needed
• Must be able to type case files and other paperwork
• Must be able to frequently drive to varying work environments including agency office, school based, community based including client homes in various communities
• Must be able to lift children and infants of varying weights
• When necessary, must be able to restrain clients of various heights with weights varying up to 300 pounds
• Must adhere to all Our Promise Values and Guiding Principals

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse licensure required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Valid State of Ohio Nursing License required.
• Demonstrated experience in the Behavioral Health lifespan, preferred.
• Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license, safe driving record and proof of insurance required.
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screening.

At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.

Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/M/F/H/V

Education

• Associates or better in Nursing