The Registered Nurse in the Developmental Disabilities (DD) program provides coordinated health care services for individuals; and assures optimal health care services for the individuals in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the agency.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Registered Nurse will maintain the mission of person-centered planning, perform pre-admission evaluations of new individuals, provide health appraisal procedures as needed, as well as evaluates, teaches and documents self-medication steps to individuals if needed. The Registered Nurse will med-certify staff that have completed an appropriate OPWDD AMAP course, as well as re-certify med staff annually and evaluate med staff semi-annually as dictated. The Registered Nurse must be available to med staff (via telephone within 30 minutes) for medical emergencies/medication concerns, during “off” hours/days. As well as other duties as assigned by the relevant supervisor.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Current NYS License to practice as a Registered Nurse required. (Minimum ASN)
Three (3) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse and knowledge of developmental disabilities preferred OR two (2) years of experience working as an RN, PLUS, two years working in a developmental disabilities or mental health agency.
Pay: $45.00 per hour
Supplemental schedule:
Work Location: In person
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