Registered Nurse

Westchester Jewish Community Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health benefits

FSA/HRA

403(b) Plan

Pension plan

Professional development

Employee assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) seeks two Registered Nurses (RN) to deliver comprehensive nursing services in residential programs in Westchester County, NY. RNs will assess, plan, coordinate healthcare, and promote residents' health and safety in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Two daytime/early-evening openings: White Plains at 30 hours per week; Sleepy Hollow & Mamaroneck at 26 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must hold NYS RN licensure.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Experience working with individuals who are developmentally or cognitively disabled is preferred.
• Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication is required.

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 health status through regular visits and follow-up on medical recommendations.
• Arrange laboratory testing and ensure timely healthcare interventions.
• Collaborate with families, advocates, and healthcare providers to support optimal outcomes.
• Administer immunizations and ensure compliance with health protocols.
• Oversee medication administration and review MARs.
• Educate staff on medical protocols and health-related procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and communicate changes in health status.
• Participate in IDT and nursing meetings and clinical reviews.
• Provide on-call support and consultation as scheduled.
• Supervise nursing support staff.

Skills

Clinical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

NYS RN licensure

CPR certification

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.

WJCS Community Programs is seeking two dedicated Registered Nurses (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing services to individuals living in our residential programs. Working closely with the interdisciplinary team, the RN conducts assessments, develops care plans, coordinates healthcare services, and promotes the health, safety, and well-being of each individual.

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:

• 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:

• 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:

• 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