Nurse, RN Residential & Day

Wildwood Programs; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Elite Benefit Package

Job summary

Wildwood Programs in Latham, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide clinical oversight, direct nursing care, and advocacy for individuals with I/DD across residential and day services. This role centers on holistic, person‑centered care and long‑term health management.

The RN will coordinate health care services, assess training needs, deliver health education, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet each person’s health goals while complying with OPWDD regulations.

Qualifications

• RN degree from an accredited college with nursing experience.
• NYS License as a Registered Nurse and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates health care services including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Assesses staff training needs and ensures ongoing medical care competence.
• Provides health education and training to individuals.
• Works with an interdisciplinary team to meet individuals' health needs.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient care

Health assessment

Education

RN degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Latham, NY 12110

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $71,000.00 - $95,700.00

Salary Registered Nurse (RN) for Residential and Day Services

Salary Range $71,000 -$95,700/year plus an Elite Benefit Package

Summary

A Wildwood Registered Nurse (RN) works with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) provides clinical oversight, direct nursing care, and advocacy to promote long‑term health, independence, and quality of life. This role centers on holistic, person‑centered care and long‑term health management across residential, and day‑program settings.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• RN degree from a regionally accredited college with one year of nursing experience and 2 years' experience

Certificates and Licenses:

• NYS License as a Registered Nurse.
• Certification in CPR.

Who we are:

Wildwood Programs is a provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community‑based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates health care services for individuals including direct nursing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Assesses medical training needs of staff and assures that staff are adequately trained to perform ongoing medical care and treatment.
• Provides health education and training to the individuals.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary care team to meet the needs of the individuals.
• Ensures quality standards for nursing services are in compliance with OPWDD regulations, agency policies and the Nurse Practices Act.
• Works with community agencies in planning services to meet needs of the individuals.

QualificationsAdditional Requirements:

• A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required. Daily access to an automobile.