Registered Nurse - Bronx Day Program

We are currently looking for a full-time Registered Nurse at our Bronx Day Program supporting adults with developmental disabilities. This is a Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm opportunity. This position includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

About the role

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse is responsible for providing evaluation, diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention in accordance with ADAPT Community Network policies, the regulations and requirements of applicable regulatory agencies, and the standards of the profession. Monitors treatment plan and progress, and conveys techniques to others.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team and coordinates health care services for assigned program(s).
• Arranges medical services for persons served and issues medical referrals as needed.
• Provides follow-up on medical problems for persons served.
• Conducts training for staff in medical administration, personal hygiene, basic first aid, dental hygiene, infection control, adaptive equipment, vital signs, signs and symptoms of illness, and other in-services as necessary.
• Handles control of communicable diseases and infections through identification, assessment, reporting to consulting physician, and implementation of appropriate protective and preventive measures, including staff training in infection control.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and annual reviews as required.
• Monitors required staff health records and provides tests in accordance with regulatory agency requirements.
• Provides immediate first aid with referral to outside emergency services or private physician.
• Participates in routine individual case reviews.
• Prepares and maintains medical documentation on each person served.
• Administers medications when appropriate and supervises certified staff in administration; supervises storage of medications.
• Provides supervision and training for Licensed Practical Nurses and/or less experienced Registered Nurses.
• Provides first aid and attends to emergency needs of persons served.
• Maintains Nursing office and orders supplies as required.
• Transports persons served to appointments as necessary.
• Attends team meetings and required in-service as scheduled.
• Visits persons served at home as requested by Director or designee.
• Keeps abreast of changes in the Nursing field.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program of professional nursing.
• Bachelor’s Degree required—or Bachelor’s Degree in progress.
• At least one year of experience as a Registered Nurse in the delivery of community-based health services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• License and current registration as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, individuals, families, and outside contacts.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Knowledge of equipment typically used by persons receiving services, including wheelchairs and adaptive devices.

Pay

$58/hour - $60/hour plus a $10,000 sign-on bonus for all full-time Registered Nurses.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Competitive benefits.
• Team culture of learning, support, collaboration, and career growth.

ADAPT Community Network values diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to create an inclusive environment where employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic selves to work.