Registered Nurse (IDD Services)

Community options

$100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nursing.
  • Minimum one year of experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
  • Current Registered Nurse (R.N.) license.
  • Valid driver's license with good record.
  • Strong understanding of community-based support for individuals with disabilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Administer treatments and healthcare procedures as directed by a physician.
  • Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
  • Report concerns and issues related to nursing services to the supervisor.
  • Generate and share health reports detailing individual health and goals.
  • Conduct training on medication administration for staff.
  • Collaborate to develop and revise Individual Support Plans (ISP) with other team members.
  • Monitor and assess health conditions of individuals and coordinate referrals when necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance options available from day one (medical, dental, vision).
  • Paid holidays including a special recognition for birthdays.
  • Generous paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Incentive and discount programs for employees.
  • 403b retirement plan for financial security.
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
  • Supportive team environment with great coworkers.
  • Tuition reduction programs through university partnerships.
Full Job Description
Position at Community Options New York We are now hiring a Full Time Registered Nurse in Queens, NY. The Registered Nurse delivers care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. This person will interact with individuals, significant others, and health team members while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. This position will also support our Brooklyn and Manhattan regions. Starting pay is $100,000 per/year Responsibilities • Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law • Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan (ISP) • Advise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing services • Create and distribute medical/health reports detailing general health, health care goals, and physician recommendations • Conduct programmatic trainings including medication administration and delegation • Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments • Train employees on the medical needs of assigned individuals • Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed • Monitor the use of medications through medication administration logs • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned • Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nursing field • Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities • Valid R.N. license • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record • Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing Why Community Options? • Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision) (Day 1) • Paid Holidays-Including a Birthday Holiday! • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO). • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs. • 403b Retirement Plan. • Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities. • Great coworkers/team that support you! • University partnerships that include tuition reduction Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org #IND-QU

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