Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Darby, Montana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Position Summary

LADGOV Corporation is seeking a qualified and compassionate Registered Nurse to provide healthcare services to young adults in a residential education and vocational training environment. The Registered Nurse will provide primary nursing care, conduct clinical assessments, administer medications and treatments, coordinate referrals, maintain confidential medical records, and educate students on health and wellness topics.

The position requires an individual who can work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians, counselors, healthcare professionals, and support staff.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide primary nursing care for illnesses, injuries, dental concerns, and mental health-related needs.
• Conduct scheduled walk-in clinic hours for students requiring medical evaluation or treatment.
• Assess students and provide treatment for minor illnesses and injuries within the nurse’s authorized scope of practice.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with authorized physician orders.
• Coordinate referrals to physicians, dentists, clinics, specialists, and community healthcare providers.
• Provide follow-up care and communicate relevant medical information to authorized individuals and healthcare providers.
• Monitor students with ongoing or chronic health conditions.
• Maintain complete, accurate, timely, and confidential medical records.
• Educate students on hygiene, pregnancy prevention, sexually transmitted infections, HIV prevention, and other health and wellness topics.
• Counsel students regarding health concerns that may affect their academic, vocational, or personal success.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and healthcare coordination activities.
• Safeguard medical records, medications, equipment, and clinical supplies.
• Transport students when necessary, using an authorized vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse license valid in Montana.
• Must be legally authorized to practice independently within the applicable nursing scope of practice.
• Current professional certifications required to maintain RN licensure.
• Ability to maintain required professional liability insurance.
• Knowledge of medication administration, clinical assessment, infection prevention, emergency response, and medical documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with adolescents and young adults from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to protect confidential health information.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Final client approval is required before beginning work.