Registered Nurse

Westchester Jewish Community Services; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 60,614 - 66,124; Part time

Job summary

Westchester Jewish Community Services in White Plains is seeking a Registered Nurse to conduct nursing assessments, develop care plans, and coordinate medical evaluations across outpatient programs.

You will administer immunizations, oversee medication administration, document health status, participate in IDT and nursing meetings, and provide on-call support. Travel between program locations is required.

Qualifications

• Current NYS Registered Nurse licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience working with individuals who are developmentally or cognitively disabled.
• Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Valid driver's license preferred and ability to travel between program locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate routine and specialty medical evaluations, including physical, dental, vision, hearing, and other clinical services as needed.
• Monitor individuals’ health status through regular visits and follow-up on medical recommendations.
• Arrange laboratory testing and ensure timely healthcare interventions.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, families, advocates, and healthcare providers to support optimal outcomes.
• Administer immunizations and ensure compliance with health and immunization protocols.
• Oversee medication administration, review MARs, and provide AMAP training and support.
• Educate staff on medical protocols, universal precautions, and health-related procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and communicate changes in health status or treatment plans.
• Participate in IDT meetings, nursing meetings, and clinical reviews.
• Provide on-call support and consultation as scheduled.
• Supervise and evaluate nursing support staff.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Communication skills

Organization

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

NYS Registered Nurse licensure

Job description

Overview

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning, nonprofit, nonsectarian human services organization founded in 1943. Today, WJCS is the largest provider of licensed outpatient community behavioral health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. Through innovative programs and compassionate care, we serve more than 20,000 individuals of all ages and backgrounds each year.

Current Openings

• White Plains: 30 hours per week.
• Sleepy Hollow & Mamaroneck: 26 hours per week

Compensation

$44.00 - $48.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate routine and specialty medical evaluations, including physical, dental, vision, hearing, and other clinical services as needed.
• Monitor individuals’ health status through regular visits and follow-up on medical recommendations.
• Arrange laboratory testing and ensure timely healthcare interventions.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, families, advocates, and healthcare providers to support optimal outcomes.
• Administer immunizations and ensure compliance with health and immunization protocols.
• Oversee medication administration, review MARs, and provide AMAP training and support.
• Educate staff on medical protocols, universal precautions, and health-related procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and communicate changes in health status or treatment plans.
• Participate in IDT meetings, nursing meetings, and clinical reviews.
• Provide on-call support and consultation as scheduled.
• Supervise and evaluate nursing support staff.

Requirements

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Current NYS Registered Nurse licensure
• Current CPR certification
• Experience working with individuals who are developmentally or cognitively disabled
• Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Valid driver's license preferred and ability to travel between program locations.

What WJCS Has To Offer You

In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including (pro-rated based on FTE status):

• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan
• Ongoing Professional Development and Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements
• Disability and life insurance
• Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER