Registered Nurse
About Us
Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity. Each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually through 101 programs across 138 sites throughout New York City and Westchester. Rising Ground’s strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through its work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities it serves. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City.
About the role
This per-diem RN position provides care management to individuals with developmental disabilities under OPWDD regulations. The role involves supervising staff regarding delegated nursing tasks such as medication administration, medical care, participation in team meetings, and education and training within scope of practice.
Responsibilities
- Direct supervision for all staff providing medical support to individuals within the residential program
- Ensure effective medical care with proper documentation
- Ensure the medical well-being of individuals within a safe and clean environment
- Implement, monitor, and supervise staff regarding trainings, delegated nursing tasks, and AMAP staff
- Provide 24-hour telephone triage with a 30-minute response time as per OPWDD regulations
- Attend required meetings: clinical meetings, nursing meetings, ISP meetings, residential staff meetings, and other meetings as required
- Maintain HIPAA regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- RN with at least 1 year of work experience (BSN preferred)
- Current NYS nursing license and BLS certification
- OPWDD experience and knowledge preferred but not required
- Ability to utilize nursing assessment skills in an autonomous environment
- Critical thinking skills necessary to monitor and analyze medical records, reports, triaging calls, and supervision of staff as needed
Supervisory Responsibilities
Yes
Work Environment
Residential
Compensation
Hourly rate: $64.61
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)
Additional Requirements
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
- Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites if required