About this role
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) in Manhattan, NY to deliver care to individuals with disabilities in a home health setting, utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning intervention, implementation, and evaluation.
Starting rate is $90,000-$110,000/ annually, depending upon experience
Responsibilities
• Participate in the admission of new residents to assigned homes.
• Develop plans to guarantee that the medical and healthcare needs of the residents are met and ensures the appropriate medical follow-up.
• Review lab work and coordinates annual physical exams and care with clinics, outside physicians, and hospitals.
• Provide special instructions to resident and home staff related to medical diagnosis, allergies, diet, etc., and is available for ongoing consultation to staff regarding medical problems and healthcare.
• Clarify medication orders and contact physician to review consumer's status and medication plans.
• Participate in quarterly and Annual Individual Plan (IP) meetings for assigned participants.
• Create and distribute Individual Plan Medical/Health Reports detailing participants' general health, health care goals, and physician recommendations for each participant.
• Provide documentation regarding individual's health status for various support people.
• Make referrals for needed medical services and ensure that follow-up care is pursued.
• Provide quarterly in-service training for support staff.
• Advises supervisor of all concerns and/or issues related to the provision of nursing services.
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Follows strict OSHA procedures regarding blood borne pathogens.
Minimum Requirements
• Current Nursing License required.
• OPWDD experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as an RN.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Diabetes Education Certification preferred.
• Ability to calculate figures related to medical dosages.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with a person receiving supports.
• Valid Driver's License
Why Community Options?
• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities
Send resume to: [email protected]
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V