Program: Journey of Hope - Shelter
Reports to: Manager of Medical Services
Location: Main Campus and or Moon Campus
Hours: Full-time - Exempt; Must be available to work holidays and weekends, as needed. Varying shifts: 6am-2pm; 2pm-10pm; 10pm-6am with every other weekend off
MISSION AND NEED: Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 120-year-old Catholic organization with an impeccable history of serving children and families in the Pittsburgh Region. We are one of Pittsburgh’s largest social service organizations operating 15 programs in three counties. We are an independent organization guided by Catholic Social Teachings and serving people of all faiths and backgrounds.
General Statement of Duties:
The Medical Triage Specialist will provide 24/7 medical response services to Unaccompanied Children ages 0-17. Provide overall daily support, guidance, and care to the Unaccompanied Children. They will provide compassionate care and timeliness of service. They will provide immediate assessment of medical concerns regardless of time of day. Candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and English, preferred. Final approval for hire will be done by the Project Officer of the Office of Refugee and Resettlement which is a sub-agency of the Department of Health and Human Services of the federal government.
Essential Functions:
- Triages phone calls from staff regarding UC medical incidents or injuries
- Provides immediate physical assessments of medical concern on campus and perform key initial interventions when appropriate
- Gathers and record data and complete Internal Incident and Medical Reports and Significant Incident Reports as required
- Provides education and guidance to staff and UC on nutrition and health care Provides necessary referrals, as needed
- Prepares documentation for intakes and discharges
- Conducts medical intake assessments/interviews
- Conducts discharge assessments
- Monitors Medication administration logs weekly
- Ensures each unit has stock medications and medical supplies needed
- Transports UC to routine or emergency appointments, as needed
- Makes possible pharmacy runs, as needed
- Maintains electronic records and medical files
- Available to work on weekends and holidays
- Maintains client confidentiality
- Attends all mandatory trainings
Minimum Qualifications:
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN), preferred.
- One year previous clinical, hospital or nursing experience preferred.
- Pediatric experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
- Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
- Ability to maintain electronic records, medical files and have basic computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to fully read, write and speak English required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Must have ACT 33/34 & FBI clearances and a valid PA driver’s license.
COMMITMENT TO SOCIAL JUSTICE Holy Family Institute and its affiliated organizations are committed to an environment that respects and values every human being and individual differences. We will invest time and resources to create an inclusive environment for all of our stakeholders. This means we will respect diversity that includes race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, education, disability, language, and sexual orientation. We also believe that we should be “Faithful Listeners” and embrace diversity of ideas, perspectives, and values. We believe in providing access, opportunity, fair treatment, and advancement for all people. Believing that “God is Found in Everyday Activities” we will do our best to eliminate barriers that prevent full participation in our programs and services. We believe “Loving Relationships” means that all are welcome, all are neighbors, and there are no exceptions. With this belief we aim to create an environment in which any individual or group can feel welcomed, respected, supportive, and valued.
Holy Family Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Work setting:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LPN or RN Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person