Registered Nurse in Live Oak, Florida at Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches

Are you passionate about caring for disadvantage youth? Do you have a heart for ministry and a love for children? Do you want your efforts to contribute to a greater purpose? Our vision is to develop young men and women who, because of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, are able to face the future with a sense of direction, ability and hope. Come join our team today!

SUMMARY

The Nurse coordinates medical, dental and vision services for youth in care. The Nurse also maintains appropriate records and files pertaining to medical services. Supervises Transport Coordinator if applicable. The Nurse is directly responsible to the Program Director. This position is eligible for overtime pay.

The following duties and responsibilities are given as examples of the various types of work performed in this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Maintains the clinic and/or first aid on campus. Ensures that it is neat and clean and that supplies and equipment are adequate and inventoried regularly.
• Completes youth assessments on an initial and ongoing basis, including physical, dental, vision, hearing and other areas as appropriate.
• Arranges and/or coordinates services for medical, dental, vision and other needs of youth, including regularly scheduled, as well as emergency services.
• Sets up and maintains records and files relating to the clinic and medical services which includes administrative as well as youth files and records.
• Develops schedules and provides training and education for youth and staff in health and medical topics (CPR and first aid, OSHA, nutrition, and other health or medical related areas as assigned by supervisor).
• Consults with Youth Ranches staff on areas relating to youth’s medical needs and issues which includes consultation, training and monitoring of protocols for various treatments prescribed by the doctor as well as follow up on first aid.
• Assists Business Manager, Unit Secretary or Program Bookkeeper with Medicaid and other third party insurance eligibility, claims or billing matters (if applicable) including Medicaid enrollment and disenrollment.
• Maintains good public relations with the medical community and provides liaison between Youth Ranches and doctors, dentists, orthodontists, emergency rooms, pharmacies and other medical providers.
• Monitors the administration of prescription and over the counter medication by cottage parents, youth care assistants, program leaders or other staff responsible for direct care of youth. This includes monitoring medication logs and following up on prescribed treatments for youth in care, giving regular input to supervisors concerning direct care staff who do not follow protocol or prescribed treatment for youth in their care.
• Ensures the procurement and purchasing of items for areas of responsibility in accordance with agency purchasing policy and procedures.
• Obtains initial, and maintains all current medication consents.
• Transports prescriptions to and from pharmacies as needed.
• Schedules visits from Psychiatrist, assists during medication management sessions, and ensures all necessary documentation is obtained and/or completed.

The person filling this position must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse with the State of Florida. Previous experience in the nursing field, particularly dealing with youth is preferred. Must have a valid Florida Driver License and be able to maintain a safe driving record consistent with agency policy.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each area of responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• Must possess a sound knowledge of medical procedures.
• Must have the ability to make proper judgments in times of crises.
• Must have the ability to maintain accurate records and prepare necessary reports.
• Must have knowledge of medical equipment and its use.
• Must present an example of good health and hygienic practices.
• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations; ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups.
• Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, ability apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; ability to interpret extensive variety of instructions; ability to deal with problems involving variety of situations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 / Hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) Plan with up to 4% company match
• Annual Leave and Sick Leave
• 11 Holidays
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Aflac Products Available
• Eligible for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

We have a very extensive and strict background screening process.

We have a very extensive and strict background screening process. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.

Background Screening Requirement
Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, as required by Florida law.
Pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), applicants are encouraged to review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness information available at:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com