What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Case Manager/RN position at CP Unlimited?
Constructive Partnerships Unlimited (CP Unlimited) was formerly known as Cerebral Palsy Associations of NYS, Metro Division. Our new name better reflects our wide array of services and programs and the diversity of people with disabilities that our agency supports. CP Unlimited is one of the New York City’s largest and most comprehensive community service organizations serving people with developmental disabilities and their families
Are you a Registered Nurse seeking a new opportunity? Are you tired of working 12 hour shifts? Want a change from the hospital setting?
Nurse Case Manager- Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx & Staten Island
Some duties include:
- Coordinate the delivery of health care services for adults with disabilities residing in residential programs.
- Be responsible for performing nursing assessments and diagnoses
- Work in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes.
- Provides guidance and training to direct care staff to ensure proper delivery of health care services.
Requirements:
- NYS RN License
- Prior nursing experience and/or experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to travel to and access multiple locations throughout the metropolitan area.
- Able to work flexible hours and/or days.
Registered Nurse- Brooklyn & Bronx (7:00 AM-3:00 PM/3:00 PM-11:00 PM/11:00 PM-7:00 AM)
Some duties include:
- Assesses each person receiving services to determine and identify needs, issues, resources, and health care outcomes. Identifies individual’s development strengths and health care needs. Obtains emergency medical care when necessary.
- Develops and updates health care plan to address assessed needs. Provides direct medical/nursing services to assigned individuals as presented.
- Oversees the implementation of the health care plan by training persons receiving services, family, and/or caregivers. Trains and oversees staff in carrying out treatment plans relating to health needs on an ongoing basis.
- Evaluates effectiveness of plan in meeting outcomes. Communicates outcomes to patients, families, caregivers, or service providers.
- Refers to other health providers, as needed. Schedules follow-up medical appointments according to medical recommendations.
- Ensures proper documentation of persons receiving services care and progress. Details acute and chronic health problems and interventions; reviews, medication, hospitalizations, clinics, weights, and dietary concerns.
- Identifies the need for, and arranges and conducts conferences to facilitate resolution of complex issues. Consults with Charge Nurse and/or Nursing Supervisor, as needed.
Requirements:
- NYS Licensed Registered Nurse (BSN minimum).
- Minimum 2 years experience working with persons with disabilities.
- Extensive knowledge of pertinent health resources.
- CPR Certification.
We offer a competitive salary and an enviable list of comprehensive benefits which includes four weeks’ vacation, personal and holiday days, tuition reimbursement, license renewal and/ conference/workshop reimbursement, medical, dental, life insurance, and 403(b). Working for Constructive Partnerships Unlimited may also qualify you to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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