Registered Nurse - Bronx Day Program

Summary

Serves as a member of interdisciplinary team and is responsible for coordinating and following through on provisions of 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 may be necessary to meet needs of persons served. Handles control of communicable diseases and infections through identification and assessment, reporting to consulting physician and implementation of appropriate protective and preventive measures and staff training in regard to infection control. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and annual reviews as required by each division. 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 during their tenure at agency. 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 Nursing field.

Qualifications

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. 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. Must be able to maintain the strictest confidentiality. Knowledge of equipment typically used by persons receiving services, including wheelchairs and adaptive devices.

Compensation

$58/hour - $60/hour + $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for all full-time RN's.