Overview
Company Overview
Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.
If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.
Responsibilities
Position Overview
- Providing first aid to residents who become ill or injured
- Maintaining medical charts on assigned residents
- Working with other consulting medical professionals in servicing medical needs
- Develop and facilitate employee and resident education programs such as personal hygiene; infection control and other relevant topics
Schedule
Flexible; primarily nights (6 p.m.-6 a.m.) and weekends
Salary
$25 - $33 / hour based on nursing license
Qualifications
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent and a Diploma from school of nursing or equivalent is required
- A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license active for the State of Tennessee is required
- At least 6 months of pediatric or medical surgical experience preferred
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.
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