Job Description

 

The role of a Group Respite Nurseis to provide nursing cares to a small group of children during your shift in collaboration with direct care professionals.  Group services supports children with varying needs and abilities over the weekend. ChildServe’sRespite service allows parents to attend events for their other children, schedule appointments for themselves, or take time to recharge. 

 

When You’ll Work 

 

• 1-2 weekends per month
• Friday 11p-7am
• Saturday 7p-7a or 11p-7am
• Opportunity to pick up additional shifts at our Ames location if interested

 

What You’ll Do 

• Provide nursing support, rehabilitative needs, and preventative care in a ratio of 1:3 at the ChildServeCenter
• Interact with the child and participate in fun activities.
• Complete electronic documentation and MARS
• Possible skills used: medication administration, g-tube nutrition, seizure management, urinary cath, respiratory support, etc.

What You’ll Need 

• Current valid RN/LPN license in Iowa
• Valid driver’s license with two or fewer violations in the past three years
• Active BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Experience working with children with special health care needs preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing and speaking the English language.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing Careers@childserve.org.

Why ChildServe? 

ChildServehas earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here: 

• Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life. 
• We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5,800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.
• Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.
• Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
• We believe our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued, and all feel safe and welcome.
• We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.

Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

 

 

 

Job Tags

Without location, Flexible hours, Shift work, Saturday,

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