Registered Nurse

Job description:

In this rewarding role, you will provide caring, respectful, and person-centered support while helping individuals build independence, reach their goals, and enjoy greater quality of life. You’ll have the opportunity to create positive relationships, encourage personal growth, and make a lasting impact every day.

If you are someone who leads with kindness, respect, and compassion, we would love to have you on our team.

This position requires an active OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities) credential in good standing, in addition to current New York State licensure and registration.

Scope of the Role

Working under the general supervision of the Program Director and the clinical supervision of the Supervising Nurse, the Program Nurse is an active member of the Circle of Support. This role identifies and assesses each individual's personal hygiene practices and skills, and develops and implements strategies to help individuals reach their maximum level of independence in health, hygiene, and grooming.

Employment Type: Part-Time

Location: New York (OPWDD-licensed program)

OPWDD Credential Required

Job Responsibilities

● Provide oversight of program participants' health.

● Supervise and train Direct Support Professionals in all delegated nursing tasks.

● Develop Plans of Nursing Service.

● Monitor individuals for signs and symptoms of acute illness and complications or exacerbations of chronic illness.

● Monitor the effects of medication on individuals' ability to participate in activities.

● Administer medications and treatments as needed.

● Consult with health care providers from other agencies and with individuals' families to ensure continuity of care.

● Provide health, nutrition, and personal hygiene counseling to individuals.

● Ensure adequate supply of medication, medical, and nutritional supplies.

● Collaborate with the Circle of Support in developing treatment plans.

● Participate in on-call rotation.

● Perform other program- and Agency-related tasks as directed by supervisor/designee.

● Maintain work schedule, punctuality, and availability for overtime as requested.

● Work cooperatively with others, comply with all Agency policies and procedures, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted New York State [RN / LPN] license
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• PROMOTE certification, or willingness to complete it before placement
• At least [1] year of nursing experience; experience in I/DD or OPWDD settings strongly preferred
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, Staff Exclusion List check, and Justice Center screening
• Copies of your license and certifications must be submitted with your application; your license will be verified with the NYS Office of the Professions
• Must be currently licensed and registered by the New York State Department of Education (RN or LPN as applicable).
• Active OPWDD credential required.

Preferred

• Experience supervising AMAP staff (RN)
• Experience with electronic health records
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

*Please be sure to complete an application at axamedical.com

This job description is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Duties and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned, at any time with or without notice.