Job Description
Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour
Catholic Charities of Baltimore, St. Vincent Villa is currently seeking a
Licensed Practical Nurse -PRN that will provide nursing care to children at
Villa Maria School or St. Vincent’s Villa Residence including routine medical
care, management of clinical records, medication administration, and oversight
of immunization guidelines. The work schedule will be PRN as needed.
St. Vincent's Villa provides comprehensive residential treatment for children,
ages 5-13, whose behavioral and emotional needs have not responded to
community-based interventions and service.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provides direct nursing care to children with complex health and behavioral
needs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring care is delivered
safely, consistently, and in alignment with established clinical protocols.
* Applies the nursing process to assess student health needs, prioritize care,
identify problems, and implement appropriate treatments and behavioral
support plans to promote positive health and behavioral outcomes.
* Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment teams to coordinate care plans,
support consistent clinical practices, and contribute to improved student
health and behavioral stability.
* Builds and maintains therapeutic, trusting relationships with students to
support engagement in care and promote their overall health, safety, and
well-being.
* Communicates regularly with students’ families/guardians to share health
updates, reinforce care plans, and support continuity of care that
contributes to improved student outcomes.
* Administers medications as prescribed, adhering to physician orders and
medication administration protocols to ensure accuracy, safety, and
compliance.
* Accurately obtains and records vital signs and other health indicators to
support ongoing monitoring and timely identification of changes in student
health status.
* Completes timely and accurate documentation of all health services in
compliance with COMAR and MSDE standards to ensure regulatory adherence and
continuity of care.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma (GED)
- Two (2) years of working with children in a pediatric setting.
- Knowledge of nursing practices include first aid, medication administration
protocols, CPR, and infection control protocols.
* Knowledge of medical terminology, medications and normal growth and
development among children ages 3-15 and adults.
* Knowledge of MD State and CDC guidelines/mandates for immunization.
Familiarity with health care resources
Certification/Licensure:
* Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in
the State of Maryland.
* Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and CARE within six (6) months of hire
and maintained thereafter.
* Adult and Pediatric CPR within one month of hire and maintained thereafter.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
* Acts with discretion, tact, and professionalism in all situations,
maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
* Requires ability to use the CARE (Children and Residential Experiences) model
to influence and guide all interactions and philosophy of support for
children, families, and colleagues.
* Effectively prioritizes tasks and delegates activities as appropriate to
ensure optimal workflow and productivity.
* Applies strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate
challenges and make informed decisions.
* Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring
clear and effective exchanges.
* Exhibits strong interpersonal skills with a courteous and professional
demeanor towards staff, clients, and visitors.
* Requires proficiency in using computer systems and software to perform job
function, including but not limited to, basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e.,
Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and Microsoft Outlook. Knowledge of other
Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel PowerPoint, Teams, and
OneDrive is preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
* No remote or hybrid work availability based on core and essential functions
of the position.
- Flexibility may be required to work in times of urgent need and /or crisis.
- May be exposed to resistant or aggressive client behavior requiring ability
to implement crisis intervention and therapeutic holds.
* Involves high risk of exposure to communicable and infectious disease
requiring stringent adherence to infection control procedures.
* Ability to move about to accomplish tasks and transition between work sites,
which may include walking, standing, running, or traveling as needed. Able to
lift, move, push, pull, or otherwise maneuver equipment or items, such as a
medical cart, for up to an 8-hour shift.
* Adjusting, lifting, or moving children, adolescents, and staff (using body
mechanics) up to 50 pounds in all directions, which may include lifting,
carrying, pushing, pulling, or repositioning as necessary to perform job
duties.
* Ability to support safe and orderly evacuation of the building and maintain
client safety.
* Hearing and vision abilities, with or without correction, sufficient to
effectively observe and communicate with others.
* Ability to manage and tolerate periods of job-related stress associated with
the role.
Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a
trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety,
empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has
infinite worth and promise.
Catholic Charities is an equal
opportunity employer
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Relief, Work at office, Remote work, Shift work