GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Provides professional medical care for detained youth. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Deputy Superintendent. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate support personnel serving in a medical capacity.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Assists detention home Doctor on performing physical examinations on detained children; checks and records vital signs;

Obtains medical history, including possible allergies, chronic health problems, drug abuse and other pertinent information;

Obtains laboratory specimens;

Consults with doctors, other nurses, probation officers, social workers, parents, etc., regarding children’s physical and emotional problems and provides copies of the physical examination to authorized persons on request;

Makes appointments and accompanies children to various health clinic and hospital emergency room;

Maintains health records on all children examined;

Gives medication and performs treatment recommended by the detention home doctor, family physician, or other doctors treating the child;

Performs first-aid measures for simple injuries and illnesses;

Conducts classes for children on general health and hygiene, including drug abuse and sexually transmitted infections;

Teaches Medication Aide class and refresher courses to Child Care Staff;

Teaches classes on Blood Borne Pathogens, Health Screenings at Admission, and other required courses;

Provides instruction to Child Care Staff in special medical needs of residents;

Requisitions and dispenses medical supplies and drugs;

On call for emergencies during off duty hours;

Performs other related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of general nursing practices and methods; thorough knowledge of the medical needs of maladjusted children; ability to provide training and instruction to adult learners and adolescents; ability to work effectively with co-workers and other professionals; ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Commission members, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public; ability to make critical decisions regarding medical needs of detainees.