Registered Nurse - Quality Improvement

Ucp-of-Long-Islan; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Weeks Paid Vacation

Sick & Personal Time

Paid Holidays

401(k) / 403(b) Plan

Medical & Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

AFLAC Benefits

Professional Training

Job summary

UCP Long Island seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to serve as Nursing Support Administrator across its residential programs. You will lead clinical operations, ensure OPWDD compliance, and deliver high-quality, person-centered care.

The role requires NY RN licensure, strong organizational skills, and experience with regulatory standards. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State RN license required.
• Experience with OPWDD regulations and programs preferred.
• Strong clinical leadership and quality improvement focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across residential programs to ensure quality and compliance.
• Oversee medication management, AMAP, and nursing documentation.
• Support surveys, inspections, and complex medical situations.
• Deliver staff training and coaching for best practices.

Skills

Clinical leadership

OPWDD experience

Regulatory compliance

Medication management

Chart audits

On-call coordination

Staff training

Education

RN License (New York)

Tools

eMAR systems

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Make a Difference. Support Quality Care. Help Change Lives.For more than 75 years, UCP Long Island has been dedicated to helping individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities achieve greater independence, opportunity, and inclusion. Our mission is simple:Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities.We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Residential Services team as a Nursing Support Administrator. In this role, you'll serve as a clinical leader, ensuring quality care, regulatory compliance, and continuity of services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities throughout our residential programs.If you're passionate about leadership, quality improvement, and making a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.Why Join UCP Long Island? Competitive Salary: $90,000 - $97,000 4 Weeks Paid Vacation Generous Sick & Personal Time Paid Holidays Defined Contribution Pension Plan Optional 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Medical & Dental Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Company-Paid Base Life Insurance Voluntary AFLAC Benefits Paid Professional Training Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities Meaningful Work Supporting Individuals with DisabilitiesPosition OverviewThe Nursing Support Administrator provides clinical oversight and support across UCP Long Island's residential programs. This role promotes compliance with OPWDD regulations, strengthens quality assurance efforts, and provides nursing coverage when needed.The ideal candidate is a strong clinical professional with OPWDD experience, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality person-centered care.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Quality & ComplianceConduct routine and unannounced chart audits across residential sitesEnsure compliance with OPWDD regulations and agency standardsIdentify and address documentation concernsAssist with the development and review of Plans of Nursing Services (PONS)Support implementation of nursing policies and best practicesMonitor electronic health records and eMAR systems for complianceMedication OversightComplete assigned AMAP medication pouringsEnsure medication preparation and administration procedures meet agency standardsProvide coaching and support to staff regarding medication managementResidential Nursing SupportProvide RN coverage for residences with staffing vacanciesHelp ensure continuity of medical care and documentationSupport teams during surveys, inspections, and complex medical situationsOn-Call SupportParticipate in the nursing on-call rotationProvide guidance to residential staff and nursing teamsDocument calls and ensure timely follow-up when necessaryStaff Training & DevelopmentDeliver training and coaching to DSPs, AMAP staff, and residential leadershipAssist with retraining and corrective action plans following audits or incidentsPromote clinical excellence and professional developmentQualificationsRequiredCurrent New York State Registered Nurse (RN) LicenseValid New York State Driver's LicenseAbility to participate in an on-call rotationPreferred5+ years of nursing experience1-2 years of OPWDD experienceKnowledge of:OPWDD regulationsAMAP guidelinesMedication administration practicesPONS developmentClinical documentation standardsBe Part of Something BiggerJoin an organization that has spent decades empowering individuals with disabilities and helping them live fuller, more independent lives.Apply today and help us continue Creating Life Without Limits.UCP Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.