Day Program Registered Nurse — Community Health

AABR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AABR is seeking a Day Habilitation Nurse to oversee nursing services for Individuals under the supervision of the VP of Clinical Services. The role involves diagnosing and treating health problems, implementing physician-prescribed regimens, and ensuring comprehensive care and education to staff and residents.

The Nurse will prepare and administer medications, monitor emergencies, conduct assessments, manage referrals, and supervise staff in medical matters.

Qualifications

• Be licensed by the State of New York Department of Education.
• Experience in the treatment of developmentally disabled persons preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer medication.
• Responsible for the care and assessment of emergencies.
• Assess all ill individuals and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Follow up on referrals made by physicians or community providers.
• Consult with physicians on medical issues.
• Attend reviews and prepare medical information.
• Assess medical profiles for new admissions and needed materials.
• Maintain weights and vital statistics of individuals.
• Obtain medical records and follow hospitalizations.
• Keep staff informed of current diets and medical conditions.
• Maintain doctors' orders for medications.
• Educate staff about medication side effects.
• Ensure annual physicals for Level of Care eligibility.
• Assess ability to self-medicate.
• Train individuals to self-administer medications.
• Annually test tuberculosis for staff and individuals.

Skills

Medication administration

Emergency assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Staff training

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

High School

Job description

AABR is seeking a Day Habilitation Nurse to oversee nursing services for Individuals under the supervision of the VP of Clinical Services. The role involves diagnosing and treating health problems, implementing physician-prescribed regimens, and ensuring comprehensive care and education to staff and residents.

The Nurse will prepare and administer medications, monitor emergencies, conduct assessments, manage referrals, and supervise staff in medical matters.