Hybrid Registered Nurse bei Firefly Autism

General Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our interdisciplinary team in a school-like setting serving students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental needs. The RN will play a key role in supporting student health, safety, and well-being through direct care, medical oversight, and collaboration with staff and families.

Work Environment:

• School-like environment with students requiring varying levels of medical and behavioral support.
• Frequent collaboration with educators, therapists, medical professionals, and family members.
• May involve physical activity including lifting, positioning students, or responding to medical emergencies.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado.
• Current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers preferred).
• Experience working with children, especially those with Autism Spectrum Disorder or developmental disabilities, is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with G-tube care, seizure protocols, QMAP, and life-threatening allergy response.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory compliance, workers’ compensation procedures, and medication management best practices.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergencies.
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting diverse learners in a collaborative team setting.

Essential Competencies

• Maintaining confidentiality of clients and their families. 
• Ability to meet deadlines and independently manage tasks.
• Knowledge and experience with assistive technology.
• Ability to accept and implement feedback.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum.
• Experience training and supervising QMAP staff.
• Experience training Standard Precautions.
• Experience training First Aid and CPR.

Performance Expectations:

Daily:

• Deliver nursing care to students with diverse medical needs in a specialized educational environment.
• Maintain accurate and timely client medical records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA, school policy, and state health regulations.
• Perform daily body checks, monitor for signs of illness or injury, and respond appropriately.
• Oversee and support QMAP staff in performing daily body checks, ensuring proper documentation and timely communication of concerns.
• Administer medications and medical treatments per physician orders and QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Personnel) standards.
• Provide care for students with G-tubes, seizure disorders, life-threatening allergies, and other complex medical conditions.
• Follow and implement individualized Seizure Action Plans, Allergy Emergency Plans, and related health protocols.
• Deliver prompt emergency care, including performing CPR and first aid.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members to support student success and safety.
• Supervise and oversee QMAP personnel.

Weekly:

• Ensure adherence to standard precautions, infection control, and universal safety protocols.
• Collaborate regularly with schools, medical providers, and families to coordinate care and share critical health information.
• Participate in workers’ compensation procedures, including evaluating and documenting staff injuries, completing required reports, and communicating with administrative personnel.
• Conduct routine checks of medication cabinets, refrigerators (for temperature logs), and emergency medical supplies to ensure readiness and compliance.
• Assist with maintaining an organized and compliant health office/clinic area that meets all safety and regulatory guidelines.

Monthly:

• Participate in IEP meetings and care planning when necessary to support student health goals.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and contribute to keeping the organization in full compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on medical procedures, emergency response, and health protocols.
• Monitor and ensure the safe storage, labeling, and expiration tracking of all medications in compliance with QMAP regulations and healthcare standards.

Culture Expectations:

• Dedication to and investment in client health.
• Empathy and compassion for all
• Respect for individual differences
• Collaboration across differences
• Cultural humility and learning
• Calm presence in high-stress moments
• Accountability and allyship
• Clear culturally sensitive communication
• Commitment to a safe and inclusive environment

Professional Development and Training:

• Eligible for $1000 CEU funds in their first year of employment (*Please note CE Funds are to be paid back if the employee leaves the company within a year of use).
• Annual Trauma Informed Care and Cultural Sensitivity
• Annual Sexual Harassment Training
• FEMA, HIPAA and MANE Training.
• May be assigned to other professional development and training as needed.

Physical Requirements of the Job:

• Able to do the following for extended periods of time:
  1. Sit
  2. kneel on floor
  3. Stand
  4. Walk
  5. Run
• Able to physically manage teenagers/young adults, provide physical guidance, physical prompts, and bending.
• Able to do frequent bending to accommodate and assist clients.
• Able to lift 20+ Pounds. 

Eligibility Requirements of the Job:

• Pre-Employment Background Check 
• Annual Physical