A LEADER IN QUALITY SERVICES FOR ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SINCE 1974

NHR provides supports to people with developmental disabilities in New York’s Hudson Valley and is nationally recognized for its stable direct support workforce, commitment to professional development and supportive culture.

New Horizons Resources Inc. is currently seeking for a FT Registered Nurse to provide nursing services to an assigned caseload of residential programs. Must have strong communication skills, compassion and leadership qualities. This position offers a great work life balance. The current scheduled days and hours for this position are Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm Mon-Fr with some flexible of hours as needed. This is a 40 hour per week position (with occasional evening and weekend coverage needed). Rotation on call approx. once every 6-8 weeks.

The Registered Nurse is part of an interdisciplinary team of professionals in creating an atmosphere that provides for continuity of quality care and quality of life for the individuals served and for the coordination of all general and specialized medical services required for the individuals. These services shall include but not be limited to hospitals, medical and dental services, clinics, and primary care physicians.

NHR will grant total reimbursement through the RN-LPN Program (regardless of what nursing degree was pursued) up to a maximum of $28,000 for full time employees and $14,000 for part time employees. Eligibility to apply for approved tuition costs will begin after an eligible employee’s completion of the nursing degree and registration confirmation of scheduled State Board Exam (provided the employee has not already passed the Board Exam) and transition to a full or part-time position at NHR that requires the employee to be licensed as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Where an employee has previously completed an Associate’s degree in Nursing and passed the Board Exam, and is seeking reimbursements for costs for attaining a Bachelor degree in Nursing, eligibility for reimbursement will begin at the start of the fiscal quarter immediately following attainment of the Bachelor degree.

Minimum Qualifications for this position:

Associate’s Degree in Nursing (BA preferred). Experience in a Residential program helpful. Must possess a NYS RN license and new graduates are considered as well. Ability to relate appropriately to individuals with ID/DD, their families and their advocates. Driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier ability to obtain certification during probationary period and the ability to build positive relationships with others.

Schedule:

• Monday thru Friday
• Rotating On call schedule (approx. 1 week every 6-8 weeks-stipend paid)
• Occasionally (nights/weekend site visits required)

This position requires direct oversight and assessment of medical/nursing concerns, regulatory compliance including training of staff, and the ability to work in a cooperative and professional manner with other members of the treatment team. This position will be working in a home like environment, building positive relationships and making a difference with the individuals we serve.

• Providing oversight of an individual’s health. Visit each assigned home at least once a week.
• Advocacy with health care providers and supervision of direct care staff
• Monitor for signs and symptoms of acute illness
• Provide in-service training to residential staff members which will include, but not limited to, first-aid, medication administration, detection for signs of illness, basic health skill needs of individuals, safety and sanitation, nutrition, specific illnesses and medication information.
• Ensure all health care providers orders are followed and addressed correctly. Coordinate and monitor medical, nursing and clinical
• Observing of care and procedures delegated nursing tasks
• Monitoring and carrying out the health care of individuals within the program, scheduling, attending, and following up on medical appointments
• Administer medications when needed
• Monitor and ensure proper handling and storage of medication
• Provide assistance to the residents in developing basic skills in personal care, health care, and medication administration