OPWDD Registered Nurse

Bronx, NY

Salary: 95k/annually

Full Time

Tired of working in a hospital setting? We are seeking a Registered Nurse with OPWDD experience to join our non-profit team to be responsible to provide nursing services, coordination and monitoring of medical services, including psychiatric and medication, in accordance with regulatory agencies and individual needs. 

Location: Yonkers/Riverdale

Job Description:

  • Train and supervise the administration of medication and documents findings.
  • Collect and interpret clinical data, and will determine appropriate intervention needed.
  • Make sure necessary medications are available to individuals.
  • Prioritize individual medical needs and provide necessary nursing care.
  • Will provide counseling and case management for assigned individuals.
  • Will develop individualized care plans based on physician recommendations and orders.
  • Assess and provide medically related trainings to DSP’s. i.e. AMAP.
  • Initiate standing doctor’s orders ensure that they are communicated and followed.
  • Utilize the nursing process and triage agency individuals, when necessary.

Mandatory Qualifications:

  • NYS RN Certification is mandatory
  • Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) Degree highly desirable.
  • Valid unrestricted NYS Driver’s License, to agency standard
  • Valid transportation to travel between locations.
  • Ability to triage urgent and crisis situations; solve problems and stay focused.
  • Flexibility as days, hours and location may change based on agency needs.

Benefits:

  • Generous Paid Time Off accrual system & Personal Time
  • 10 Agency Paid Holidays
  • Low Cost Medical Insurance, Dental, Vision Coverage, & Life Insurance
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • 403 B Retirement Plans
  • Pre Taxed Commuter Benefits
  • Professional Development
  • Employee Discount Programs

Special Citizens Futures Unlimited, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO).

JOB CODE: RNFT09172024