A prominent healthcare provider in Brooklyn, NY, is currently seeking a Registered Nurse to join their team. This role is essential in supporting the health and well-being of individuals in a residential facility setting.
About the Opportunity:
- Hybrid or Remote: Not applicable
- Shift: On-call required
- Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday
- Hours: 7-8 hour shifts
- Setting: Residential Facility
Responsibilities:
The Registered Nurse will be responsible for:
- Coordinating and following through on health care services for assigned program(s)
- Arranging medical services and issuing referrals
- Providing follow-up on medical issues
- Conducting staff training in medical administration and infection control
- Handling control of communicable diseases and implementing preventive measures
Qualifications:
- 0+ years of nursing experience (new grads welcome)
- Graduate of an accredited program of professional nursing
- License and current registration as a Registered Nurse in New York State
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills to interact with individuals, families, and staff
- Maintain confidentiality
- Knowledge of equipment used by individuals receiving services
- Willingness to work at various program sites in the Bronx
Desired Skills:
- Experience in community-based health services for individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR certification
- Experience with OPWDD, Group Home, IDD/DD
- Interpersonal skills
