Program Nurse RN

VQ is a national comprehensive child, youth and family services organization committed to providing successful and effective services while adhering to the highest professional standards. VQ operates around the nation, providing care services such as residential programming, community-based services, and in-home services for children and their families. We work with state and federal governments to go where the need is greatest and give back to communities that need our services the most. Regardless of the circumstances and background that a child comes from, we believe they deserve an opportunity for a good life. Position eligible for $1,500 sign on bonus!! The Nurse assumes a pivotal role within VisionQuest by spearheading the team's approach to non-clinical health service delivery. The Nurse duties encompass evaluating, facilitating, and overseeing all aspects of the children’s medical and dental care. Emphasizing disease prevention and health upkeep, the Registered Nurse collaborates closely with medical providers to ensure children in our care receive the best health services available. This position is also tasked with providing supervisory oversight for the medical department team. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Compliance: o Keep up-to-date with all local, state, and federal policies and procedures related to medical coordination and services for Unaccompanied Children under the care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). o Ensure adherence to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards. o Oversee and maintain medical files accurately. o Guarantee timely and accurate documentation in the VisionQuest database and ORR-UC Portal, along with keeping a physical copy of necessary documents and medical records. o Make sure all documentation complies with VisionQuest, ORR, and Licensing policies. Regularly perform audits to check for compliance. o Conduct at least monthly departmental audits following VisionQuest Policies and Procedures. Also, carry out frequent audits of the ORR UC Portal. Perform additional monitoring as required. Medical Services Coordination & Response: o Provide timely medical, dental, and mental health services for children using local providers, ensuring compliance with Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), VisionQuest (VQ), and state licensing requirements. o Organize and coordinate the scheduling and transportation of children to their medical, dental, and mental health appointments. o Collaborate with health professionals to uphold health and safety standards, including adherence to licensing requirements, disease reporting, immunizations, injury prevention, medication management for out-of-home childcare, and leverage community health and mental health resources. o Attend medical, dental, and mental health appointments as necessary, especially for children with complex medical needs or to support the medical department. o Assist medical provider staff during appointments as needed and dispense over-the-counter and prescribed medications in accordance with VisionQuest’s medication policy. o Respond immediately to the emergency medical needs of children in care. o Manage treatment authorization requests with insurance and maintain good relationships with community providers to ensure they accept the insurance and receive timely payments. o Educate and counsel children on their health conditions, treatment options, and disease prevention. Inform staff and, when necessary, communicate with the child’s family about diagnoses to ensure proper follow-up care post-reunification. Leadership and Supervisory Responsibilities: o Maintain professional conduct and build strong partnerships with stakeholders. o Oversee the medical department, including supervisory responsibilities. o Hold regular meetings with Medical Coordinators for updates, training, and guidance. o Supervise, guide, evaluate, and discipline the medical coordinator team as needed, according to VisionQuest’s policies. o Motivate and develop the team to improve services and programs. o Train, supervise, and evaluate the team to enhance performance. o Foster a positive work environment focused on growth, teamwork, and trauma-informed care. o Manage staff training and ensure compliance with state and federal training requirements. o Coordinate with the Program Director and Assistant Program Director to address medical staff performance issues. o Facilitate effective communication and coordination among management, leadership, and corporate personnel. o Participate in all relevant departmental and program meetings to stay informed and ensure policy compliance. o Support after-hours on-call duties and conduct unannounced visits. Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors. SKILLS & ABILITIES: Excellent interpersonal communication skills with ability to listen actively. Crisis Prevention and De-escalation. Understanding of healthcare needs and requirements for children. Commitment to professional development and proactive research. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent writing and technical proficiency. Proficient in reading, interpreting and applying ORR policies and procedures including ORR’s policy guide and UAC MAPs. Organized with attention to detail. Strong management, organizational and leadership skills. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Google Drive) with the ability to learn new software. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited institution; Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is preferred for advanced practice roles. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the relevant state or jurisdiction. A minimum of one year experience working with children and adolescents. Supervisory experience preferred. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 years of age or older. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred. Flexible schedule (evening, weekends, holidays) to facilitate program services. Cleared tuberculosis test results. Must be able to pass a drug test. Must be able to provide proof of required vaccinations. Cleared background checks from appropriate entities, including Child Abuse and Neglect and FBI criminal background. Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification. Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds infrequently. Performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50%of the day. May bend, stoop, reach and grasp as necessary. Must be able to provide First Aid and CPR. Must be able to perform physical holds as instructed in Crisis Prevention Intervention training (CPI).