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Form of workHousing Works was founded in 1990; With a long-term commitment to AIDS advocacy. Housing Works established New York State's first harm reduction-based, OASAS-licensed outpatient drug treatment program. Other services include Health Home care management, behavioral health, and syringe exchange programs. A pioneer in the social entrepreneurship movement, Housing Works operates 10 high-end thrift shops in Manhattan and Brooklyn and a much-loved Bookstore Cafe in Soho. For more information, visit www.housingworks.org
Housing Works fights for funding and legislation to ensure that all people living with HIV/AIDS have access to quality housing, healthcare, HIV prevention, and treatment, among other lifesaving services.
Benefits:
We have three comprehensive healthcare plans to choose from based on your priorities and budget. Housing Works covers most of the plan; you pay a portion, based on your salary. Staff begins accruing PTO immediately for a total of up to 30 days earned in the first year. We offer employees an educational benefit. This money is available for tuition loan reimbursement, tuition costs, and text books.
Housing Works provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. Housing Works complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Housing Works also does not request prior salary information during the hiring process. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
This position is included in a bargaining unit of Housing Works' New York City employees represented by a labor union known as the Retail Wholesale and Department Store Union ("RWDSU"). Accordingly, the RWDSU has the exclusive right to bargain over the terms and conditions of employment related to this position and this position may become covered by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement (a "CBA") between Housing Works and the RWDSU
Compensation Range: $104,000 Annually Commensurate with Experience
Overview:
Position Overview: Housing Works is seeking an RN supervisor for a new Mobile COVID Vaccination Initiative operated in partnership with NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA). Under the Mobile COVID Vaccination Initiative, mobile vaccination teams will travel to different HRA service locations, primarily in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Bronx, to administer COVID vaccines to clients and staff of facilities such as congregate residences, transitional housing programs, and domestic violence shelters. Under the direction of the Medical Director, the RN supervisor is responsible for providing clinical oversight at the vaccination locations, ensuring that vaccination activities are in compliance with regulatory requirements and clinical best practices. The RN supervisor will provide support, guidance and direction to RN's, MA's and other clinical team members as needed, and will assist with vaccine administration as needed. The RN supervisor will assist with monitoring patients for post vaccine reactions and providing intervention. The RN supervisor will also be cross trained to assist with the Mobile Testing Initiative as needed. RN supervisor Housing Works provides all employees with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needed to adhere to infection control guidelines and offers vaccinations to its front-line workers on a voluntary basis
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and direction to a team of field RNs engaged in mobile COVID testing and vaccination activities.
Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, promoting open communication and teamwork.
Develop and implement training programs for field RNs on COVID rapid testing procedures, vaccine administration protocols, and safety measures.
Ensure that all team members are up to date with the latest guidelines and best practices related to COVID testing and vaccination.
Monitor and evaluate the quality and accuracy of mobile COVID testing and vaccine administration by conducting regular audits and assessments between different mobile teams.
Provide constructive feedback and guidance to RNs to improve their performance.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and protocols related to COVID testing and vaccination.
Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure adequate supplies and equipment availability.
Promote and enforce strict infection control measures to minimize the risk of COVID transmission during testing and vaccination.
Address any safety concerns promptly and implement corrective actions as needed.
Ensure that patients receiving COVID tests and vaccines are treated with care, compassion, and respect.
Address any patient concerns or complaints and provide appropriate resolutions.
Oversee the accurate and secure recording of patient data, test results, and vaccine administrations.
Collaborate with data management teams to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
Develop and communicate emergency response protocols for unexpected situations, such as adverse reactions to vaccines or equipment failures.
Ensure that RNs are trained and prepared to handle emergencies effectively.
Implement changes and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Maintain effective communication channels with the Medical Director and the team.
Housing Works requires employees working in our Health Services division to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a legal accommodation. If you need an accommodation for any reason, including related to this job requirement, please contact Human Resources.
Job candidates should be aware that scammers may pose as employers and create fake job postings in order to extract personal information from individuals for financial gain. Housing Works will never ask job candidates for personal information, such as social security numbers or bank account details, over the phone. If you suspect that a job posting may be fake or wish to confirm that a job posting from Housing Works is genuine, please contact us at recruitment@housingworks.org
Qualifications
Must be a Registered Nurse, licensed by the State of New York. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience with persons with HIV/AIDS, histories of substance use and/or mental illness a plus. Experience working in a setting that promotes interdisciplinary care planning. Bachelor's degree preferred. Bilingual preferred (Spanish/ English). Current CPR certification.
