REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - RESIDENTIAL

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - RESIDENTIAL

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interact regularly with each resident to develop rapport with them

• Physically examine and determine health status for all residents on a regular basis and as needed

• Monitor control of communicable diseases and infections

• Accurately and consistently complete all required documentation practices utilizing the PrecisionCare software and in written form, when necessary (up-to-date health information files, Plans of Nursing Services (PONS), specific medical information, etc.)

• Annually assess each resident’s ability to self-medicate in the form and format required by OPWDD and develop appropriate objectives in this area according to skill level

• Aide in developing and maintaining all necessary medical, health and safety protocols and procedures as dictated by OPWDD regulations

• Coordinate all medical/health related services (i.e., medical appointments), make service reports in the electronic medical charts and maintain effective communication with all health care providers for each resident

• Review and record monthly doctors’ orders and MAR sheets (including controlled drug sheets, home med sheets and key transfer)

• Ensure orders in EMAR (CareSuite) are accurate and clear for staff and complete weekly checks

• Administer medically prescribed medications to the residents and follow up on all medication errors as dictated by Agency policy

• Maintain medical cabinet with all medically approved medications, supplies and equipment as per OPWDD regulations

• Maintain ongoing and effective communication with the nursing staff at each resident’s school/day program and accurately provide them with any records or medications needed

• Help ensure that all medical, health and safety procedures are implemented as written

• Monitor and maintain accurate data on staff required health testing mandated by the Department of Health

• Attend appointments and all hospitalization discharges for residents or coordinate RN coverage when not available

• Aide in providing teaching of the NYS OPWDD Medication Administration Course to appropriate residential staff including re-certifications on an annual basis

• Oversee AMAPs and the DSP II Medical Liaison in medication administration responsibilities

• Help schedule and provide in-service training sessions for residential staff as dictated by OPWDD regulations (detecting signs of illness or dysfunction that warrant medical or nursing intervention, first aid, etc.)

• Maintain CPR and First Aid Instructor certification

• Participate as an active member on the Residential Safety Committee and the Residential Interdisciplinary Team to establish, implement and maintain appropriate therapeutic programming for all residents

• Attend all case reviews and provide written reports on the progress of each resident

• Attend and participate in all team/program meetings and other meetings as requested

• Review all Incident Reports and provide necessary medical attention and follow-up to injuries

• Adhere to a rotating on-call schedule for triage and notification purposes (approximately one week per month)

• Review and update the "On-Call Helpful Hints" document on a quarterly and as needed basis

• All other duties as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from a two-year college or university in Nursing

• Certified by NYS as a Registered Nurse

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

• Possess a current and valid NYS driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

• Be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Nursing

• One to two years related experience and/or training

• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities

Certifications and Trainings

• Must maintain NYS RN Licensure

• NYS Medication Administration and OPWDD Nursing Certification

• SCIP-r

• All other trainings mandated by the OPWDD

*Note: all certifications and trainings will be provided by the agency if you do not already possess them

“Beyond TalentEdge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Beyond TalentEdge to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non-job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.”

Job Type: Full-time

Hourly Rate: $30.00 - $33.50