Job description

AHRC NYC is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people who are neuro-diverse to lead full and equitable lives.

Come join the company recognized by Forbes as a Best Midsize Employer in America two years in a row, generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity and optimism.

AHRC NYC is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) for our Hawthorne Street Respite residence in Brooklyn. This is a part-time position 14 hours per week....flexible schedule. We offer an alternative to the high stress work environment found in today's hospital setting which allows for the family/work balance many nurses are looking for today. The RN will evaluate and monitor health and safety needs of individuals with developmental disabilities to promote wellness. Ensures that delivery of nursing care is conducted in compliance with all federal and state regulations, as well as agency policy.

Evaluates and monitors health and safety needs of people with developmental disabilities to promote wellness. 14 hours per week; flexible schedule. In urgent/emergent situations, the nurse may receive phone calls outside of routine working hours regarding people residing in the five-bed emergency respite/hospital diversion program.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

* Works in collaboration with the FCS Clinical team to screen people referred to the emergency respite house within 48 hours of screening by FCS Clinical team.

* Collaborates with FCS Clinical team to coordinate medical care for assigned individuals in the emergency respite/hospital diversion program, monitor and assess health needs including arranging for follow-up care as needed, supporting identified emotional/psychiatric and social needs in the aftermath of crisis/emergency incidents.

* Assessment by direct observation when appropriate, of people’s health status. Observe for signs and symptoms of discomfort, distress or illnesses. Evaluation of physical and psychiatric status changes for exacerbation of existing conditions, onset of disease, and/or responses to care and treatment. Documentation and follow up of all findings.

* Communicate with hospitals, physicians, families, FCS team members and clinicians involved in providing services to individuals.

* Communicate and follow up on hospitalizations, emergency room visits, reports of injury, trauma, accidents, illness, distress and other health issues as individually required.

*Attend meetings to discuss any health-related issues regarding people supported as needed.

*Supervises AMAP administration of prescribed medication and routine treatments in accordance with federal and state regulations and agency policy. Participates in in-services and trains AMAPs as needed. Completed AMAP certification, recertification and decertification processes as necessary.

*Regularly reviews medication administration records (MARs), treatment and adaptive equipment records, logs documenting vital signs, elimination, glucose readings, weight, menses, and other records as individually specified. Reports significant issues to appropriate clinicians and team members, including need for ordering medications, renewing or updating prescription orders and individual specific drug information sheets. Monitor and manage medication storage and disposal procedures in accordance with federal and state law.

*Monitor people’s dietary and nutritional needs. In-service and support staff in managing special meal and feeding of individuals served.

*Participate in discharge planning including writing recommendations for referrals to other agencies and follow up care.

*Ensure that referrals are made for routine and special medical services, and follows up afterwards to ensure that recommendations and orders are appropriately carried out and managed.

*In compliance with OSHA mandates, monitors infection control, environmental changes and ensures that all guidelines regarding universal precautions are appropriately followed. Order and maintain necessary first aid and medical supplies as needed.

*Review Incident and Medication Error Reports. Provide appropriate follow up action as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Must be currently licensed as a registered professional nurse (RN) in New York State.

* CPR certification required.

* Experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.

* Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.

* Ability to handle multiple priorities and work as a member of a team.

* Volid Tri-state area Driver's License and good driving record preferred.

AHRC New York Cityprovides equal employment opportunity to all applicants, with employment based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (with or without sexual conduct), age, disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic disposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $53.50 - $55.00 per hour

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a valid NYS Registered Nursing License?
• Are you CPR certified?
• How many years of experience do you have with Long Term Care/Rehabilitation?
• How many years of experience do you have supporting people with developmental disabilities?
• Do you have a valid Tri-State area Driver's License for more than one year, with a good driving record?

Work Location: In person

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