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The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing and coordinating the healthcare of children admitted to the Wichita Childrens Home. These activities include the provision of nursing services, health needs assessments, coordination of mental/psychological/medical services, medication administration, and oversight for health related policy & procedures for WCH. In addition, this position is responsible for health related training needs of staff. The overarching focus is to address the childrens medical and health needs effectively and efficiently by offering on-going health assessment, treatment, support and referrals to promote physical and emotional healing.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Administers medication including the distribution, storage, and

destruction of prescribed medications. Orders medications refills as directed.

Performs initial and ongoing screenings, assessments, basic

laboratory tests, histories, and physical examinations, including performing body reports. Provides medical triage and interventions in medical situations by referring children to appropriate providers. Immediately identifies injuries which are inconsistent with the identified history for immediate action and treatment.

Develops health treatment plans that may include medication and

other therapies.

Provides education to youth to promote habits that will prevent

diseases and promote optimal health.

Accompanies residents to community health providers to offer support

and teach them how to ask questions and receive medical information.

Work Location: In person

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Registered Nurse