Registered Nurse (Part-time)

The part-time (19 hours/week) Registered Nurse provides assessment, education, and support to children and their families enrolled in the DDI Vantage Early Intervention Program.

Responsibilities

Conducts physicals, developmental evaluations, and initial/annual health assessments to assist in determining program eligibility on all referrals. Provides hearing and vision screening per Baby Watch Early Intervention program guidelines and completes required reports. Reads medical records and highlights relevant information for service providers in a timely manner.

Possesses understanding and knowledge of a child’s overall development and seeks consultation from other disciplines when appropriate. Collaborates with related disciplines to ensure appropriate service delivery for each child. Assists in identifying social service needs for families, when appropriate, and refers them to the program coordinator for help in accessing community resources.

Assists parents and caregivers in their role as a child advocate when appropriate. Monitors and ensures the proper maintenance of medical equipment. Monitors, requisitions, and stocks medical supplies.

Attends all mandatory CSPD training for early intervention credentialing under Part C rules. Assists in child-find activities. Participates in staff in-service training, serves on committees, attends workshops and conferences as requested or approved, and may provide in-service training to staff.

Attends team meetings as necessary and all mandatory DDI Vantage meetings. Demonstrates professionalism in all aspects of the job. Safeguards the confidentiality of all clients, at all times.

Completes written documentation in a timely manner to ensure program compliance. Fulfills other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Vacation and Sick leave

Education

The Registered Nurse must have a nursing degree from an accredited college or university. Credentials: This position requires Utah state licensure and completion of a Baby Watch Early Intervention Program credential as part of the training process. Experience working with children and families; knowledge of child development and family dynamics; and knowledge of community resources is a plus. A state and federal background screen, TB test, and motor vehicle records check will be conducted on all new hires.