The nurse is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all health care services, including health education, required by the residents.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage medication.
• Oversee and supervise all direct care staff administering medication.
• Provide individual and group training to direct care staff in areas covering medication monitoring, first aid and health education.
• Communicate with family/guardian about all medical/mental health conditions, appointments and/or treatments. Engage family to accompany resident on medical appointments.
• Accompany and/or transport resident to medical appointment when appropriate.
• Oversee the general health care of the residents.
• Provide basic first aid and arrange for emergency treatment of medical and mental health emergencies.
• Provide medication training and health education to residents and staff, including prevention, medication side effects, nutrition, management of chronic health problems such as asthma or diabetes, sex education, etc.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Experience working with children or adolescents with emotional disturbances
• NYS Driver's License
• Must be able to work flexible hours
• Experience in working with diverse communities, and knowledge of multicultural issues including race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, etc.
• HSVS requires all new hires to provide proof of vaccination prior to their start date. Employees who require an accommodation for medical or religious reasons should notify Human Resources.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Professional Development opportunities
• Rewarding work
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental and life insurance
• 403(B) Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Flexible spending account (medical, parking, and transit)