Nursing Jobs in Warren, RI
$68,660.80 - $137,300.80 / year
Summary: Reporting to the Medical Director and site Clinical Director, the school nurse, utilizing the nursing process, is responsible for providing for the nursing care needs of Bradley School students during the school day, consistent with the quality standards of the affiliate Bradley Hospital and the rules and regulations of the State of Rhode Island for the school health program. The primary responsibility of the school nurse is to focus on the student and school health issues that affect students’ safety and ability to learn during the school day. She/he is responsible for health promotion, prevention of illness and promotion of a healthy environment for students through health assessment for early detection of health problems, health education and assessment of the school environment. She/he collaborates with Bradley School students, parents, and outside community health and educational providers. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In Addition To Our Values, All Employees Are Expected To Demonstrate The Core Success Factors Which Tell Us How We Work Together And How We Get Things Done. The Core Success Factors Include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate Responsibilities: HEALTH SERVICES: Participate in development of school health standards, policies and procedures. Nursing assessment of students’ immunization, tuberculosis, and lead exposure status. Offer screenings for vision, hearing, dental and scoliosis per the State of RI School Health Regulations. Reinforce positive self-health management measures. Individual nursing assessment and intervention for stabilization / resolution of student urgent health concerns as related to illness injury or altered health status. Nursing management of students with chronic or ongoing health problems in cooperation with students, parents and community health care providers including administration of medications in school. Nursing management for students with medically fragile conditions (e.g., Diabetes, Asthma)Referral to community providers for diagnosis and resolution of any deviant health finding. Communicate the health status of students to parents and school personnel as needed. Education of school personnel and students in appropriate health management measures including administration of emergency medications (e.g., Epi-pens or glucagon IM) as needed. Offer health coaching for non-acute health problems of students as needed as determined by the students’ clinical team. Participate in admission of students by facilitating the appropriate medical paperwork (e.g., medication forms, annual medication form, OTC form). Participate in weekly medical rounds with Team Leaders and Medical Director. Participate as a health consultant and make recommendations within the school team regarding students’ health needs and health issues affecting their ability to perform in school. Develop and implement Individual Care Plan and Emergency Care Plan for students with specific health needs (e.g., Allergies anaphylaxis, Asthma, Diabetes). Maintain a confidential cumulative and current health record for each student. School Health Environment: Assess the school physical facilities and activities for safety features or hazards. Keep data on school related injuries (students and staff).Promote control of communicable diseases. Maintain first aid kits for school field trips. Collaborate with school staff regarding school, home, and community health issues affecting students and school personnel. Make recommendations for improvement of the school health environment. Health Education: Participate in health curriculum planning and evaluations in accordance with the current RI Educational Standards for teaching Health. May provide individual and class health instruction for students as needed. Serve as a health information resource/consultant for teachers and clinicians by suggesting materials and activities that support and enhance the health education curriculum. Provide health information for school personnel through inservice training programs. Other Adhere to all Bradley School policies and procedures. Serve as a Safe Patient Handling Specialist Maintain current CPR certification Attend School staff development activities as assigned Consistently follow all School policies and procedures. Work as a team with school nurses at other Bradley School sites. Provide coverage for school nurses at other Bradley School sites as needed. Provide medical assessment for student restraints Provide regular updates to the Clinical Director on issues/concerns affecting students, parents, staff or the school environment. Perform all other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor(s). Minimum Qualifications: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Education: Current license to practice professional nursing in RI Education: Experience in the practice of nursing, preferably within a school setting or with children and adolescents. Ability to work with administration, colleagues, parents and students in high stress situations. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Positive, non-judgmental attitude. Knowledge of psychiatric, behavioral and developmental conditions in children and adolescents. Basic computer skills Work Environment And Physical Requirements Work is performed in an alternative school setting requiring standing, walking, and occasional lifting of students. A strong background and experience working with students with various emotional and behavioral disorders, as well as developmental disabilities (e.g., autism spectrum disorders), is desired. Pay Range: $68,660.80-$137,300.80 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: LSS-Providence-130 Broadway - 130 Broadway Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type: school days Work Shift: Day Daily Hours: 8 hours Driving Required: No 
$127,504 - $161,782.40 / year
Summary Reporting to the Medical Director, will provide compassionate and excellent patient care by performing courteous, efficient, and accurate service. Assists with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments, and consultations. Mentors clinical personnel, and serves as a liaison with patients, staff, providers, and leadership. Can perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In Addition To Our Values, All Employees Are Expected To Demonstrate The Core Success Factors Which Tell Us How We Work Together And How We Get Things Done. The Core Success Factors Include Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate Responsibilities Provide general and preventative care, conduct check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests, and prescribe medications for children and adults.Educate patients about preventative care and the prescribed treatments.Manage patients who do not require complex medical management or specialized treatment.Demonstrates the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care appropriate to the age of patients.Communicates appropriately with the person served regardless of their age.Complete charting and required paperwork in a timely manner.Active participation in the development/review of office polices and procedures.Promotes a safety-conscious work force.Performs other duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Graduation with a master’s degree from an accredited advanced nurse practitioner program.Certified Family Nurse PractitionerCurrent licensure as an ARNP in the State of Rhode Island.Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)Knowledge of basic emergency department, internal medicine, generalist, occupational medicine, and family practice procedures required.Organizational and analytical skills necessary to maintain efficient workflow.Ability to adjust responsibilities to accommodate a fast-paced work environment while maintaining excellent customer service and staff interactions.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively and courteously deal with patients and families, clients, coworkers, clinical staff and physicians.Progressive thinking for budget, training and quality issues.Strong leadership qualities.EXPERIENCE:Two years of related experience required. Prior experience as a medic or within an urgent care or emergency department setting preferred.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Healthcare environment such as acute care hospital, physicians’ office and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Any hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions. Pay Range $127,504.00-$161,782.40 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Brown Medicine Primary Care - Providence - 909 North Main Street, suite 300 Providence, Rhode Island 02904 Work Type M-F 8:00am-5:00pm Work Shift Day Daily Hours 4 hours Driving Required No