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The Bradley Center Nursing Support Staff in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Since 1905, The Bradley Center has continually served children and families in need. Today, the residential treatment facility provides 24 hour care and trauma-informed treatment to children who have a history of trauma and who may present with a wide range of challenges.

Treatment is conducted by multi-disciplinary teams that operate under the direction and supervision of a medical director who is a board certified psychiatrist. Intensive treatment plans direct the individualized treatment of each child. The Bradley Center follows the Sanctuary model of Trauma Informed Care.

We are seeking a motivated Nursing Support Staff with a high level of compassion and willingness to serve as a role model to residents, families and co-workers. The NSS is a valued part of the clinical team that delivers medical and psychotherapeutic care through assessment, planning and intervention.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Identifies, communicates, and implements appropriate level of care and planning for both medical and psychiatric needs

  • Administers medications after completion of state training

  • Effectively communicates with coworkers, psychiatrists and pediatrician.

  • Completion of documentation of treatment provided

Candidates are able to work a flexible schedule of shifts both 6a-2p and 2p-10p

Requirements

  • A student nurse at an accredited school of nursing

  • OR a minimum of 48 college credits

  • OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) with experience working with children

  • Must be at least 21 years of age

  • Valid driver's license and car insurance

Qualifications Best Suited for the Position

  • Initiative

  • Ability to build rapport with children that leads to pro-social development

  • Patience and creativity while working with residents at their own pace

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Professional demeanor, sound judgment, dependability, and a strong work ethic

  • Problem-solving skills

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage

  • $1500 Sign on Bonus

  • $2000 relocation assistance

  • Shift differential for weekend and overnight shifts

  • Four weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year of employment

  • Accommodation of school schedules

  • Referral bonuses

  • 401(k)

  • Life insurance

  • Free parking and meals

  • Advanced training opportunities

  • Continuing education credits

We are committed to advocacy for children with special needs, care and compassion, and focusing on the inherent strengths of children, youth and families without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or gender. The Bradley Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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