Registered Nurse

A committed organization focused on advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities is looking for Registered Nurse. Their goal is to provide life skills training, education, advocacy, meaningful employment and a place to call home for Long Islanders with a wide range of disabilities.

Summary:

Looking for a RN who is comfortable working with an adult population in a 31 bed facility. Excellent communication skills necessary.

Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Schedule: 7:00am-3:00pm

Location: New York

Essential Functions:

Responsible for monitoring and assisting in the overall health and safety of the individual served.

Supervise and train direct care staff regarding medication administration, universal precautions, infection control, health and safety issues, etc.

Complete yearly recertification, including practicum, for each medication certified person.

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physician.

Generate incident, seizure, and illness reports.

Monitor and report health care on daily flow report records.

Instruct direct support professionals in above, i.e., hygiene, diet, weights, etc.

Submit written monthly, quarterly, annual nursing/medical progress notes.

Implement guidance policy as appropriate to address medication errors or violations of health and safety procedures by direct care staff.

Insure maintenance and review of all medical records per state and federal guidelines and UCP policy.

Insure all indicated and annual medical appointments and lab work are scheduled and followed-up appropriately and as per UCP policy.

Monitor and review medication administration record, recording of medications, medication orders, labels, etc. Insure an adequate supply of medication on hand.

Monitor and maintain an adequate supply of medical goods and equipment, as well as first aide supplies.

Complete all paperwork as assigned by director of Residential Services of designee, and according to UCP policy (to include monthly nursing notes, self-administration of medication evaluation, infection control reports, etc.).

Document medical and pharmacological services and issues. Insure pharmacy review of medication every 90 days.

Insure individuals are living in a safe and hygienic manner.

Qualifications:

Experience with development disabled population is preferred

Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Nurse required

Education, Licenses and/or Certification Required:

Current New York State License

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