Job Summary
The Nurse provides nursing care and safety oversight for children in a psychiatric residential treatment facility. The role includes assessing each child’s physical and mental health, administering medications, and working with an interdisciplinary team to support individualized care and discharge planning.
Responsibilities
- Conduct physical and mental health assessments for children receiving residential psychiatric treatment.
- Administer medications and monitor residents’ safety and well-being.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and carry out care plans.
- Support discharge coordination and transitions from the facility.
- Maintain complete, accurate documentation in accordance with applicable requirements.
Qualifications
- Current Idaho Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Experience in a psychiatric or pediatric inpatient setting.
- At least 19 years of age.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Northwest Children's Home provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
