What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Nurse position at NEW HOPE VILLAGE INC?
At New Hope, we believe every person deserves compassionate, person-centered care—around the clock. As an Overnight Nurse, you’ll play an important role in creating a safe, supportive environment where the people we serve can rest comfortably and receive the care they need throughout the night.
If you are a calm, caring, dependable nurse who enjoys using your clinical skills to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to have you join our team!
10 hour shifts - Sunday to Wednesday with occasional weekend coverage
What You’ll Do
As our Overnight Nurse, you will provide skilled nursing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our ICF homes.
Your nights may include:
- Providing compassionate, person-centered nursing care.
- Monitoring residents’ health and responding to changes or concerns.
- Administering medications and treatments accurately and safely.
- Responding to overnight health calls and providing clinical guidance to staff.
- Assessing situations and determining when additional medical attention is needed.
- Responding calmly and professionally to emergencies.
- Supporting residents with daily living needs, including hygiene, mobility, and nutrition.
- Assisting with specialized needs such as G-tubes, feeding needs, and suprapubic care.
- Obtaining overnight vital signs when needed.
- Administering PRN medications and addressing health-related concerns.
- Maintaining accurate eMAR and health record documentation.
- Helping ensure medications, supplies, and equipment are organized and available.
- Advocating for residents’ rights, preferences, dignity, and independence.
- Working collaboratively with staff and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Helping maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment throughout the night.
Why This Role Matters
Overnight care is more than responding to medical needs—it’s about being a reassuring and dependable presence when people need you most. Your clinical judgment, compassion, and attention to detail help the people we support feel safe, respected, and cared for. You’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while making a difference in someone’s quality of life every single shift.