IDD Registered Nurse — Onsite Care & Growth Opportunities

Institute for Community Living Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer 4

Generous paid time off

Wellness programs

Learning & development opportunities

Commuter benefits and other perks

Job summary

Institute for Community Living Inc. in Bronx, NY is seeking an IDD Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing services and clinical oversight for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.

The RN will participate in assessment, treatment planning, medication management, care coordination, and education to support optimal health outcomes. Key responsibilities include developing and evaluating nursing plans, coordinating with a

Qualifications

• New York State License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).
• 1 year of post-licensure clinical nursing experience with individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Current NYS RN licensure and registration required.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Onsite/residential setting with required on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-admission evaluations, treatment planning, and development of discharge plans.
• Prepare, review, and evaluate nursing intervention plans consistent with each individual’s comprehensive treatment plan.
• Develop holistic nursing assessments addressing medical, psychological, social, cultural, and developmental needs.
• Oversee implementation of nursing care and modify plans as needed.
• Coordinate nursing services with interdisciplinary team members.
• Conduct in-service training on hygiene, medication administration, and other health-related topics.
• Supervise medication administration practicums and monthly sign-offs.
• Identify and report communicable diseases and implement prevention measures.
• Maintain detailed medical records, including treatments, medications, vital signs, and nursing observations.
• Update nursing plans annually or as needed based on developmental/medical changes.
• Provide on-call support and flexible shift coverage.
• Coordinate with consulting medical providers and ensure integration of recommended treatments.
• Maintain inventory standards for medications and medical supplies.
• Ensure infection control practices and safe use of medical equipment.
• Provide health education to individuals and families.
• Participate in quality assurance and risk management.
• Provide emergency care and crisis intervention.
• Access, evaluate, and monitor medication effects and side effects.
• Provide nursing coverage across sites including vacation and triage rotation (after-hours/weekends/holidays).
• Perform duties specific to Residential Nursing in IDD: appointment coordination, follow-up on medical recommendations, medication audits, weekly medical meetings, progress documentation, and training of staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

New York State RN license and current registration

Job description

Institute for Community Living Inc. in Bronx, NY is seeking an IDD Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing services and clinical oversight for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.

The RN will participate in assessment, treatment planning, medication management, care coordination, and education to support optimal health outcomes. Key responsibilities include developing and evaluating nursing plans, coordinating with a