Registered Nurse

Who We Are:

Since 1946, we’ve been providing compassionate treatment to support the behavioral, physical and emotional health of children and families, where the needs of each child are individually assessed and dynamic treatment plans are specifically designed to properly transition them from disruptive to permanent, stable environments. Our services include community-based services, residential treatment, and treatment foster care programs throughout our locations in central and northeast Ohio and West Virginia.

Working at The Village Network:

• The Village Network prides itself on a Culture of Care : Come be a part of the mission and a member of a team that has a passion for what they do and the people they serve.
• Excellent safety record and training program. The Village Network utilizes Collaborative Problem Solving along with The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics to addresses the individual needs of youth and their families.
• Competitive salaries and great benefits including a 403(b) plan with both a 5% company contribution and 50% match of the first 7% after 1 year of service.
• 272 hours ( YES 34 DAYS!) of PTO offered in the first full year (prorated if hired mid-fiscal year) in addition to 6 paid holidays for full-time employees with potential for PTO buy back for unused time.
• 12-year history of providing annual bonuses, as well as offering PTO Buybacks.
• Advancement Opportunities: The village network is a growing organization and we aim to promote from within .

Job Title: Registered Nurse – TVN MCE

Reports To: Director of Support Services

Direct Reports: None

Summary:

As a partner in building brighter futures for youth and their families, your role will be to provide medical services to youth referred for services to the child welfare MCE. This will be done in a professional manner, valuing every child, honoring families, and valuing partnerships and, in alignment with The Village Network’s Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Essential Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Complete physical assessments on children entering substitute care.
• Monitors medication and completes a psychotropic medication reconciliation as outlined by the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Administrative Code
• Maintains medical record information for each child in substitute care in the State Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS)
• Participate in a nurse partnership and home visiting program with youth and their families to facilitate successful outcomes
• Identify safety risks, document concerns, and make referrals regarding allegations of abuse or neglect as necessary
• Communicate closely with all service team members and parents to ensure understanding and successful follow through with medical care related case planning services
• Take detailed notes and complete data entry into the Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS).
• Provide court testimony as required
• Participate in the semi-annual review process as required
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to use a computer; proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Familiarity with SACWIS preferred, but not required
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the state of Ohio; Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience working as an RN. Pediatric experience strongly preferred.
• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal), teamwork skills, and time management skills.
• Respectful of family-centered values with an ability to connect to and engage families, culturally competent and respectful towards others from diverse backgrounds
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License and maintains a driving record that allows that individual to be insurable with the insurance company providing The Village Network with vehicle insurance.
• Willingness to travel for various reasons, mainly during the day but occasionally overnight. Ability to visit clients’ homes (may or may not be handicap accessible).
• Must be able to pass a BCI/FBI fingerprint background check.

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine, computer printer, etc.
• Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
• Ability to manage bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, reaching, and walking for periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds independently.

Check out our website to learn more about The Village Network and visit the Careers page to explore additional opportunities and check out our benefits brochure.