AHRC NYC

Registered Nurse (P/T) ICF Group Home - Queens

Queens, NY, United States · Part-time

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About the role

AHRC NYC is looking for a Part-Time Registered Nurse (RN) for their Queens ICF residence.
The RN will evaluate and monitor health and safety needs of individuals with developmental disabilities to promote wellness.
Ensures that delivery of nursing care is conducted in compliance with all federal and state regulations, as well as agency policy.

Develop individual specific nursing plans and protocols as needed. Update and revise these documents to reflect changes in consumer status.
Monitor and manage medication storage and disposal procedures in accordance with federal and state law.
Monitor consumer dietary and nutritional needs. In-service and support staff in managing special meal and feeding of individuals served. Observe meal times for appropriate food choices, portions, use of adaptive utensils, etc.
Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives..
Review, update and revise these documents to ensure they are reflective of current consumer status.

Must be currently licensed as a registered professional nurse (RN) in New York State.
CPR certification required.

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
A valid NY State or Tri-State Driver's License for more than one year, with a good driving record Preferred.

Write individual progress notes, annual nursing assessments/summaries for each individual. Submit for physician's review and signature as needed.

Coordinate medical care for assigned individuals, monitor and assess health needs including arranging for follow-up care as needed.
Assessment by direct observation on consumer health status.
Communicate and follow up on consumer hospitalizations, emergency room visits, reports of injury, trauma, accidents, illness, distress and other health issues as individually required.
Accompany individuals on medical appointments when necessary to advocate for and discus health issues.
Attend meetings with management, staff, families and clinicians to discuss any health related issues regarding consumers served.
Develop and monitor health goals, nursing plans and protocols that are individual specific.
Participate in the -re-admission intake review with preparation of a preliminary plan based on available health records.
Ensure that referrals are made for routine and special medical services, and follows up afterwards to ensure that recommendations and orders are appropriately carried out and managed.
Order and maintain necessary first aid and medical supplies as needed.

consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partners

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