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Form of workAt The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services—core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime.
Salary Range: $36,257.14 - $39,257.14/annual
RN will be responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance as it pertains of health and safety within the Day Habilitation programs and special medical care as mandated. Coordinates with other medical providers regarding care management. Responsible for monitoring medical care of individuals. Provide medical consultation regarding individual medical needs through 24 x 7 telephone tri-age. Provide telephone triage to agency's staff.
Responsibilities includes but not limited to:
- RN will be responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance as it pertains of health and safety within the Day Habilitation programs
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure all medical concerns are addressed
- Develop individual specific nursing plans and protocols as needed. Update and revise these documents to reflect changes in individual status
- Maintain health records
- Available by cell phone in the event of an emergency or for triage consult
- Review and sign off on body check forms on a weekly basis
- Review incident reports and provide appropriate follow-up action as necessary
- Provide continuous training and support to staff in order for them to efficiently meet each person’s medical needs
- Administer first aid as needed or instruct staff on necessary medical interventions
- Attend monthly clinical meeting or as needed
- Attend monthly staff meetings
Requirements:
- BSN preferred, ASN accepted
- Updated First Aid/CPR certifications required
- 2-3 years working with adults that has developmental disabilities.
- Completion of mandated course: Infection Control, Abuse/Incident Reporting
The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
Education Required?
Yes
Degree
Associates' Level Degree
Major
Nursing
License/Certification Required?
Yes
License/Certification
Registered Prof. Nurse
