Registered Nurse (RN)

About the role

The Registered Nurse (RN) position at Oneonta, NY is responsible for assisting in the administration of the center's Health and Wellness Services Plan. The role involves overseeing various health-related tasks and maintaining inventory control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling of sick call, infirmary coverage, environmental health, and physical and dental exams in accordance with DOL guidelines.
• Inspect the food service facility and dormitories regularly.
• Develop and maintain an inventory control system for medication, equipment, and medical supplies.
• Purchase medication and medical supplies.
• Conduct inventories of supplies and medications monthly.
• Participate in nurses on-call rotation.
• Function as a staff nurse as needed.
• Collect data and maintain wellness monthly utilization reports.
• Plan, organize, and control the use of overtime and on-call staff to ensure compliance with Center and ETR policy and procedures.

Requirements

No specific education level or experience is required for this position.

Qualifications

• State Licensed Registered Nurse.
• Three years experience as a practicing nurse; one of which was in a lead capacity.
• A valid NYS Drivers License with an acceptable driving record.

Skills and Competencies

• Proven ability to lead and support a team.
• Thorough knowledge of nursing techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of current state and federal laws regulating health care and patient privacy (HIPPA).
• Strong organizational skills and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with medical needs of young adults.
• Meticulous documentation/recording skills and attention to detail with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-changing environment.
• Proficient using a computer software which includes Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.).

Benefits

• Medical Coverage with Reduced Rates for Employees
• Dental, and Vision
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance (dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture) on, or off the job
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance (supplements your medical plan)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Free access to our Weight and Cardio Rooms, and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.00 per meal) daily.

ADA Requirements

The term "qualified individual with a disability," means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions.

Physical Activities

• Reading, writing, and communicating fluently in English
• Hearing and speaking to express ideas and, or exchange information in person, or over the telephone
• Sitting, standing, moving about, or walking for occasional or frequent periods
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
• Kneeling, and bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead
• Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and, or lifting light objects

Working Conditions

• School Health Care and general office setting
• Indoor/Outdoor environment
• Handle Hazardous Materials/waste, exposure to blood and