Registered Nurse, Enhanced Step-Down

Accesscny; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 51,591 - 55,117; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401k match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

A community service organization in Syracuse seeks a proactive Registered Nurse to oversee participants' medical care within the Enhanced Step-Down Program. Responsibilities include monitoring health, coordinating services, and maintaining medical records for individuals aged 18 and older. Ideal candidates will possess NYS RN licensure and experience working with individuals with mental health challenges. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package including insurance and a 401K match.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid NYS Driver License.
• One year of experience with mental health and/or I/DD diagnoses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health of up to 30 participants in the ESD Program.
• Coordinate medical services with other agencies.
• Review and document participant nursing assessments.

Skills

Proactive monitoring

Advocacy

Nursing assessments

Education

NYS Registered Nurse licensure

Job description

AccessCNY offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision and dental insurance and a 401K match, plus perks like a health care liaison!

AccessCNY believes that our community is strongest when everyone’s voice is heard and valued. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and highly encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

If you require a disability accommodation during the application and/or hiring process, please reach out to Human Resources via:

• Phone- Call 315-455-7591 & ask to be directed to Human Resources

Reports to

Director, Enhanced Step-Down

Pay Rate

$37.45 - $40.01 Hourly

Schedule

Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

About Us

With a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals by ways of residential housing, mental health and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement. Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive employee to provide monitoring and oversight of participants’ medical care and ensure their health needs are met while enrolled in the Enhanced Step-Down (ESD) Program for CTI-only services and/or the Transitional Residential Setting (TRS).

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and well-being of up to 30 participants in the ESD Program, ages 18+
• Attend pre-admission, intake, discharge, and annual participant meetings; review medical records, including current medications and treatments
• Obtain and coordinate medical services for participants with other agencies, specifically referring partner hospitals
• Complete and document participant nursing assessments upon intake and discharge
• Develop and monitor Plan of Nursing Services (PONS) for each participant, as needed
• Review participant medical records and ensure the maintenance of orderly medical records for each participant; complete pharmacy reviews
• Schedule medical appointments, accompany and/or transport participants to medical appointments, advocate for participants, as needed
• Review all physician/medical consult forms after medical visits and assure follow up regarding provider recommendations/prescriptions
• Attend scheduled medical review meetings with ESD Director, CTI & TRS teams
• Perform Other Duties as Assigned

Education / Experience

NYS Registered Nurse licensure, required. One year of experience working with individuals with mental health and/or I/DD diagnoses, preferred.

Conditions of Employment

Must have a valid NYS Driver License in accordance with the Agency Vehicle and Driving policy and transportation necessary to meet program needs. Must respect confidentiality. Must be able to perform duties with repetitive motion. Must be able to lift 75lbs. Must have a flexible schedule and be available for emergencies. Must meet NYS RN recertification requirements and maintain active NYS RN certification.

Did you know

AccessCNY offers great health, dental and vision insurance. Additionally, we provide a 401(k) match upon hire, PTO, and 11 paid holidays.

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