DescriptionEast End Disability Associates (EEDA) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in a temporary full-time capacity to provide coverage for an employee on a leave of absence.
This position offers full-time hours during the temporary assignment, with the opportunity to transition to a per diem RN position once the employee returns from leave. Continued per diem hours will be based on Agency needs and availability.
Salary: $95,888 annually
Schedule: Full-Time | 3- or 4-Day Workweek (Based on Candidate Preference)
Position Type: Temporary Full-Time with Per Diem Opportunity
Position SummaryThe Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for coordinating and managing the medical care of the people supported by EEDA, promoting their health, safety, and overall well-being. The RN collaborates with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, families, and program staff to ensure quality nursing care and appropriate medical oversight.
The RN reports directly to the Director of Nursing.
Essential Responsibilities- Train and supervise direct care staff in medication administration and other delegated nursing tasks.
- Assess medical needs, interpret clinical data, and determine appropriate nursing interventions.
- Ensure necessary medications are available to the people supported.
- Prioritize individual medical needs and provide appropriate nursing care.
- Provide counseling, case management, and medical support to assigned individuals.
- Develop and maintain individualized care plans based on physician recommendations and orders.
- Provide medically related training to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), including person-specific medical needs.
- Facilitate agency-wide medically related training as needed.
- Implement and communicate physician orders to ensure appropriate follow-through.
- Utilize the nursing process to assess, evaluate, and triage medical concerns.
- Collaborate with Residential Management, Directors, and program staff to coordinate care.
- Participate in Agency committees and professional development opportunities.
- Maintain current nursing knowledge and attend required trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Schedule & Employment OpportunityThis temporary full-time position offers a flexible schedule of three or four workdays per week, based on the selected candidate's preference and Agency scheduling needs.
The position is intended to provide coverage during an employee's leave of absence. Upon the employee's return, the temporary full-time assignment will conclude, and the selected candidate will have the opportunity to continue working with EEDA in a per diem capacity, subject to available hours and Agency needs.
This opportunity is ideal for an RN interested in a flexible full-time schedule with the potential for continued per diem employment.
Requirements- Registered Nurse in NYS
- Valid New York State Driver's License required.
- 1 year OPWDD experience required.
