Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in New York State
Valid and Unrestricted NYS Driver's License
Experience with OPWDD preferred
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to train and supervise staff effectively
Responsibilities
Assess health needs of individuals and communicate with healthcare providers
Implement protective and preventative health measures
Develop and periodically review Nursing Plans for individuals
Maintain and update health records, monitoring immunization schedules
Arrange clinic referrals and accompany individuals as needed
Supervise medication administration by AMAP staff
Train staff on medical intervention and health maintenance
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Prescription coverage
403(b) retirement plan
Aflac and Legal Shield access
Ample paid time off and 13 paid holidays
Birthday off
Wellness programs and recognition of staff milestones
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Mercy Home for Children a nonprofit agency providing support to the intellectual and developmental disabled adult population, is recruiting for a Full-time (35 hours 12Noon-8pm) Registered Nurse to work in our residential programs.
We are hosting a virtual job fair on Thursday, May 7th starting at 5pm. To join us, submit your resume for zoom link to:
mjenkins@mercyhomeny.org
Requirements
Role Qualifications: BA/BS Degree in related field. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in New York State, a Valid and Unrestricted NYS Driver's License and experience working with OPWDD preferred.
Position Responsibilities:
To assess the general health needs of the individuals we serve and effectively communicate to the Primary Physician and Residence with follow up on all recommendations.
Implements appropriate protective and preventative measures to maintain an environment of wellness.
Develop a Nursing Plan for an individual when appropriate and to periodically review and update.
Maintain and update health records as necessary and monitor immunization regimens.
Arrange clinic referrals, make appointments and may be needed to accompany individuals to clinics as necessary.
Supervise AMAP's administration of medications ensuring all medication are available and stored according to regulations.
Participate in all reviews, clinician meetings and program meetings as necessary and appropriate.
Informs the VP of Nursing within 24 hours of any medical incident, ER visit, or hospitalization.
Orders medical supplies as needed, after approval from Director of Nursing.
Be available by phone for staff consultation when necessary or to provide coverage for when not reachable. The nurse will determine and instruct when Call-ins are appropriate and necessary.
Provide staff training on detecting signs & symptoms of Illness and any medical problems which warrant Medical or Nursing Intervention. Basic skills required to meet the health needs of the consumers; oral hygiene; First Aid for accidents and illness. Infectious disease and infection control policy and procedures. All topics appropriate for individuals (ex. Seizures, Hypertension AAS, Skin Conditions, Hearing, Vision, Braces, etc).
Provide supervision and training to all AMAP staff and Direct Support Professionals. Good communications skills including listening and expressive ability, good writing skills. Maintain health and wellness while encouraging the independence of the individual to the highest level of their ability.
Represent the Agency in a positive light, abiding by our mission and core values.
Reporting to this position: all AMAP staff (direct support professionals).
Mercy Home provides comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, prescription, 403 (b), Afflac, Legal Shield, ample paid time off, 13 paid holidays and your birthday off. We also offer wellness programs & we enjoy celebrating staff milestones.
To apply, forward resume to: mjenkins@mercyhomeny.org
