RN / LPN Weekend Group Respite (PRN)

RN / LPN Weekend Group Respite (PRN)

Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, and Supports Ames, Iowa

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Description

The role of a Group Respite Nurse is to provide nursing cares to a small group of children during your shift in collaboration with direct care professionals. Group services supports children with varying needs and abilities over the weekend. Child Serve’s Respite service allows parents to attend events for their other children, schedule appointments for themselves, or take time to recharge.

When You’ll Work

PRN

1-2 weekends per month

Day and evening shifts available

What You’ll Do

Provide nursing support, rehabilitative needs, and preventative care in a ratio of 1 : 3 at the ChildServe Center

Interact with the child and participate in fun activities.

Complete electronic documentation and MARS

Possible skills used : medication administration, g-tube nutrition, seizure management, urinary cath, respiratory support, etc.

What You’ll Need

Current valid RN / LPN license in Iowa

Valid driver’s license with two or fewer violations in the past three years

Active BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Experience working with children with special health care needs preferred.

Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing and speaking the English language.

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing [email protected] .

Why ChildServe?

ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here :

Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.

We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5,800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.

Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.

Our learning never stops . As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.

We believe our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued, and all feel safe and welcome.

We’re moving forward together . Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.

Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Emp loyer.

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