Nurse - RN - OPWDD Experience Required

Peoplesarc; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

People's Arc of Suffolk is seeking a Registered Nurse (per diem) to provide professional nursing care under the supervision of the Directors of Nursing and Program Directors. The nurse will promote health and well-being and advocate for support plans and services at People's Arc of Suffolk, with minimum 8 hours worked within a 3-month period.

This role includes education on AMAP requirements, medication administration oversight, and participation in maintaining medical records, contributing to

Qualifications

• Associates or better in Nursing.
• Knowledge of AMAP requirements or training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Withholds thorough knowledge of AMAP requirements to educate and certify staff.
• Oversees the administration of medications according to prescribed instructions.
• Assesses the ability of individuals to self-medicate.
• Conducts special medical screenings as needed.
• Provides education on weight management, diabetes, hypertension, nutrition, and related areas.
• Assists in maintaining and updating related medical records.

Skills

RN

Medication administration

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Job description

Role Summary: The Registered Nurse (per diem) in the People's Arc of Suffolk provides professional nursing care to people receiving services at People's Arc of Suffolk under the supervision of the Directors of Nursing and Program Directors. In this position, the nurse actively supports and promotes the health and well-being of the people receiving services from the People's Arc of Suffolk by advocating for and participating with the support plans and services provided by People's Arc of Suffolk. This position entails the same criteria as a RN with a minimum requirement of 8 hours worked within a 3-month period.

Role Responsibilities

• Withholds thorough knowledge of AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel) requirements to help educate and certify staff.
• Oversees the administration of medications according to prescribed instructions.
• Assesses the ability of individuals to self-medicate.
• Conducts special medical screenings as needed.
• Provides education for weight management, diabetes, hypertension, nutrition, and other related areas as may be appropriate.
• Assists in maintaining and updating related medical records.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Associates or better in Nursing.

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