Manager of Nursing Services

About the role

The Manager of Nursing Services coordinates the daily activities of Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses for CDS Monarch, providing nursing services to assigned sites, consultation, and any required clinical supervision related to the provision of nursing services.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical supervision to RNs and LPNs.
• Assist in completion of performance measures and participate in decision making for employment decisions for RNs and LPNs.
• Ensure that all initial and annual Nursing Assessments are provided on all individuals, following the format established by the program.
• Ensure that annual/bi-annual medication reviews are provided for all program participants.
• Train and oversee the administration of prescribed medications to individuals, review of physicians’ orders.
• Coordinate the provision of information and referral to medical or mental health providers, and other clinical providers as needed.
• Participate in follow-up for incident management, audit results, and internal reviews.
• Participate and lead clinical meetings as needed by supervisor.
• Serve on assigned committees (HRC, MERC, MRC, QMOC, Compliance Committee, etc.).
• Maintain all required documents per Agency policy and procedures.
• Coordinate and provide required education and training to staff including medication certification, new employee orientation, and specific nursing needs.
• Assist in maintenance and updating all nursing policy and procedures as needed to ensure they are current at all times.
• Ensure all new nurses are trained on Agency policy and procedures.
• Coordinate the schedule and complete regular nursing audits, ensuring proper oversight and support of the clinical staff.
• Perform all other necessary duties relevant to the position as requested by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be licensed and currently registered as a Registered Nurse by the State of New York State Education Department.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree preferred.
• Three years’ supervisory experience is preferred, 1 year required.
• Specialized training or one year of professional experience in treating the developmentally disabled.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and motivate others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for the position.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Paid time off (including your Birthday!), Vacation time, Personal time.
• Affordable health care coverage including health, dental, vision, starting as low as $10.00/month.
• 403(B) Retirement plans.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• In-house training including New Hire Orientation, Leadership Programs.
• Generous Employee referral program.