Registered Nurse - Residential

About the role

WCS Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to support a residential treatment program serving children and adolescents. In this role, you will be a vital member of the interdisciplinary care team, responsible for safeguarding the health and well-being of residents while providing clinical expertise, case management, and health education. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine hands-on nursing care with collaborative treatment planning in a supportive residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess & Treat: Conduct health assessments, provide nursing care for acute and chronic illnesses, and coordinate referrals to emergency services or outside medical providers when necessary.
• Execute Medical Orders: Implement physician orders accurately and assist with routine medical clinics and follow-up appointments.
• Daily Rounds: Conduct regular rounds for assigned residents, review medical records, and collaborate with residential staff regarding ongoing healthcare needs.
• Care Planning: Develop, implement, and maintain individualized nursing care plans tailored to each resident's medical needs.
• Immunizations: Administer prescribed vaccines, injections, and other treatments in accordance with physician orders and agency policies.
• Medication Management: Order and track prescriptions, accurately maintain Medication Administration Records (MARs), and ensure proper medication documentation.
• Medication Reviews: Monitor medication effectiveness, process updates to medication regimens, and communicate changes to appropriate staff.
• Medication Coordination: Prepare and distribute medications required for home visits, passes, or off-site programming in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Interdisciplinary Team Participation: Work closely with physicians, psychiatrists, therapists, residential staff, and other healthcare professionals to address residents' medical, behavioral, and emotional needs.
• Status Reporting: Communicate significant health concerns, treatment changes, and resident status updates to supervisors and team members.
• Meetings & Reviews: Participate in treatment team meetings, case conferences, service plan reviews, and other multidisciplinary discussions to support resident care.
• Health Education: Provide health education and wellness training to residents, families, and non-medical staff members.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records while ensuring compliance with agency, state, and regulatory requirements.
• Professional Development: Assist with the orientation and training of new staff and participate in ongoing educational and quality improvement initiatives.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to nursing standards, agency policies, infection control practices, and all applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience in pediatrics, behavioral health, residential treatment, developmental disabilities, or community health preferred.

Skills

• Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, and care coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and documentation systems.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities

Pay

Pay Rate: $47.00 - $50.00 per hour, based on experience

Schedule

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Full-Time)