Day Hab Registered Nurse Plainview location - AHRC Nassau

Description

Overview:

AHRC Nassau provides OPWDD-approved Day Habilitation Services in over 30 locations across Nassau County. Our nurses provide medical oversight to an engaged staff who provide meaningful and person-centered experiences each and every day.

Primary duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Provides medical oversight and medical assessment of all people that attend the Day Habilitation to ensure their safety and well- being
• Provide continuous training and support to the staff in order for them to efficiently meet each persons medical needs
• Administer first aid as needed or instruct staff on necessary medical interventions
• Reviews all medical records and paperwork, including annual physicals and medical visit appointments, on a regular basis and following doctors orders as prescribed
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure all medical concerns are addressed
• Acts as a liaison with the family, residences and MD to coordinate care
• Ensure that all medical documentation is comprehensive and conforms with agency policies and procedures and is maintained in the persons medical chart
• Provide supervision to the LPN, and will be available to the LPN for any medical assessment or medical concern
• Ensure implementation of all new medical policies and procedures by training staff and observation of practices

Qualifications:

• NY State Licensed RN
• Prior experience supporting people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities preferred
• Excellent oral/written communication and organizational skills
• Above average attendance and performance