Devereux·Viera, Florida
The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing medication and medical care to children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral health needs. This includes maintaining medical files and communicating with families and medical staff to support a therapeutic environment.
Description Are you an RN looking for an opportunity to use your skills to work with behavioral adolescents?
Would you like to work for an employer who pays for your CEU's and has awesome benefits?
If so, consider joining Devereux as a Registered Nurse!
Devereux Florida provides services to children and adolescents with significant emotional and behavioral health needs who live on-site while in treatment.
Located in Viera, FL, this position is responsible for ensuring client care by providing medications, ensuring regular medical checkups, and keeping medical file updated, providing an open line of communication with clients’ family and medical staff (doctors, therapists, other nurses), and supporting a therapeutic environment, while ensuring the safety and well-being of the individuals we serve.
Salary: Starts at $32.00 - $37.30 / hr (rate is based on education and relevant experience) *Up to $7.50 shift differentials for evenings and weekends Schedule Part-Time/full time ; we offer flexible schedules. 8 hour shifts (3pm-11am) Must be available for 1 weekend shift per week Benefits and Rewards Up to 24 PTO days/year (increases with service) Up to 64 hours of sick time Low-cost medical, dental, vision Devereux Benefits 403(b) retirement plan ASCEND Tuition Program Student loan repayment assistance Payactiv: Access your earned wages early Employee Assistance Program & Discounts #sponsored
Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing: Associate’s Degree or Diploma required Bachelor of Science in Nursing (strongly preferred) Board certification: Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Florida required Registered Nurse in the State of Florida Preferred Other Requirements: Must be able to complete a two-week (Monday - Friday) new hire orientation class; hours are approximately 9:00am to 5:00pm each day. Orientations are offered in Orlando, FL and Titusville, FL. 2 Years of nursing experience or previous experience working in another position with the DJJ, IDD, or Psychiatric population in a group home or residential facility preferred Must be at least 21 years of age or older. Valid Florida driver's license Successfully pass pre-employment medical screenings which include: Drug Test, Physical, TB Test. Must be proficient in nursing assessment skills and basic software programs. Successfully pass a Level 2 background screening with the State of Florida. To learn more visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible. For more information, please reach out us at flrecruitment@devereux.org. Company Overview Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year. Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. What Devereux Offers You In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer; Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. Employee assistance / work-life balance program. Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work! Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
Candidates must be a licensed nurse in Florida with an Associate's degree or diploma, though a BSN is preferred. Additional requirements include being at least 21 years old, possessing a valid driver's license, and passing background and medical screenings.
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