Together for Youth

SD Per Diem Registered Nurse (5122)

Together for Youth  •  Albany, NY (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Location: Albany, NY 12211

Position Type: Per DiemEducation Level: Nursing Licensure

Salary Range: $42.00 - $42.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: MedicalAs a Registered Nurse at the Albany based Secure Detention facility with Together for Youth, you will be responsible for providing an initial health assessment of youth entering the facility including but not limited to health history, physical exams and laboratory tests and provides treatment of emergency and /or serious acute health conditions. The goal of the position is to provide nursing services, treatment, and continuity of care for all residents in conjunction with other practitioners to ensure health needs are addressed in a timely manner.

DescriptionJob Requirements

  • Minimum Associates Degree in Nursing; required.
  • Current New York State Registered Nurse license and CPR/First Aid certification.
  • Minimum 1 – 3 years of experience. Experience with at-risk youth preferred.
  • Case Management experience is a plus.
  • Flexible schedule and ability to provide weekend, holiday and on-call coverage.
  • Must have current, valid driver’s license per Agency guidelines. Travel required.
  • Ability to work with a culturally and economically diverse population.
  • Skills: ability to exercise sound judgment and follow detailed oral or written instructions; demonstrated oral and written communication skills; demonstrated knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, practices, and theory, of medical terminology, infection control measures and safety principles.
  • 19 hours weekly for per diem

Job Responsibilities

  • Conduct assessments, including HIV risk assessments, intake assessments, general first aid and triage activities.
  • Routine screening for substance abuse, developmental health, mental health, and physical body checks for abuse.
  • Routine management and training regarding health education.
  • Provide training to staff about youth medical issues
  • Medication administration and management including reconciliation.
  • Maintaining medical supplies and equipment
  • Practicing proper infection control.
  • Follow up after medical appointments, community provider visits, urgent/emergency care or hospitalization.
  • Ensures compliance with state and agency law and regulations.
  • Provide telephone and tele-health on-call support to the facility
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits we offer

  • Affordable Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Low-Cost Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Employer Funded Health Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Dependent Care Spending Accounts (DCA
  • Supplemental, Voluntary Insurance Options. Including Disability, Life, Accident & Wellness
  • Pet Insurance
  • Flexible Work Options, Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Staff Recognition Programs
  • Company Seasonal Events
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Workplace Wellness Initiatives
  • Weekly Pay
  • 403(b) Retirement Program with Employer Contribution & Match
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Discounts and Memberships

Pay & Schedule

  • $42 Hourly
  • Saturday and Sunday from 8am-4pm, occasional weekday evenings.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Together for Youth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment. We seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. As a federal contractor, Together for Youth will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Together for Youth

About Together for Youth

For nearly 140 years, Together for Youth (formerly Berkshire Farm Center) has remained committed to a mission of empowering youth and families so they can live safely, independently, and productively within their communities. Our history is long and our commitment to our mission has not wavered, but the way we help families has evolved to meet their unique challenges.

Our 600+ staff across NYS bring their authentic selves to work each day as they serve over 2,000 children and families daily. Learn more about our mission, our commitment to DEI, and ways to get involved by visiting our website at: www.berkshirefarm.org or following us on social media.

TFY's Equity Statement:

The Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth community stands committed to embracing and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.  

We vow to begin our journey by looking inward – by examining all biases and judgements while acknowledging both privilege and power. We are committed to better understanding privilege whether it be through race, gender, sexual identity, religion, ability, or other forms. Once fully acknowledged, we pledge to use the identified privilege to advocate for others. We understand that the work we do fosters change that will create a positive, ripple effect within our agency and in the community.

​We at TFY stand committed to becoming an all-inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization that encompasses a sense of belonging for all staff members, children and families, and community partners who join us in our mission. We are committed to dismantling barriers and ideology that reinforce a non-inclusive environment.

​We are dedicated to remaining open-minded, respectful, and actively choose learning over comfort. We acknowledge that everyone is on their own journey, and we strive to cultivate a culture of non-judgment, to choose words carefully, show compassion, extend grace, and consistently strive to become an advocate and ally for others.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Canaan, New York
Year Founded
1886
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