Job description
Shift: PRN
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of our youth? Do you want a supportive work environment? Do you want to be part of leading a youth and young adults to personal victory and success?
Casa Grande Academy is a 32-bed staff-secure residential behavioral health facility for moderate to high-risk adjudicated and non-adjudicated males between the ages of 12-17. Utilizing evidence-based treatment methodology, we provide clinical and therapeutic services, as well as the tools, motivations, life skills and education necessary for our residents to lead successful lives and reach their full potential. The program offers an on-campus fully accredited school, grades 6-12, which offers special education services, high school diplomas, or GED programming.
Job Duties Include:
- Providing quality and compassionate care.
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
- Strong desire to make a difference
- Possess critical thinking skills
- Able to connect with male adolescents
- Reviews the residents' physical needs.
- Administers prescribed medications.
- Arranges medical/dental appointments.
- Documents care according to assigned standards of care.
Job Requirements:
- This position requires a graduate from an accredited RN program.
- 1-2 years mental health nursing experience with a child/youth population is preferred, but also welcome new graduates.
- Must be able to deliver skilled nursing care in both routine and stressful periods.
- A valid BLS certification issued by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association is preferred.
- Level 1 AZ fingerprint clearance card
- Must have basic computer skills.
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Referral program
Physical setting:
- JCAHO accredited facility
Standard shift:
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Valid AZ Fingerprint clearance card?
Education:
Experience:
- Nursing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Graduate from an accredited RN program (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person