Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Summary of Position Functions:  Assists in administering the center’s Health and Wellness Services Plan

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee scheduling of sick call, infirmary coverage, environmental health, as well as physical and dental exams in accordance with DOL guidelines.
• Inspect the food service facility and dormitories regularly. 
• Develop and maintain an inventory control system for medication, equipment, and medical supplies. 
• Conduct inventories of supplies and medications monthly. 
• Purchase medication and medical supplies. 
• Participate in nurses’ on-call rotation. 
• Function as a staff nurse as needed. 
• Collect data and maintain wellness monthly Utilization Reports. 
• Plan, organize, and control the use of overtime and on-call staff to ensure compliance with Center and ETR policy and procedures.

Note: This job description is not all inclusive. Employees will perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Proven ability to lead and support a team
• Thorough knowledge of nursing techniques and practices
• Knowledge of current state and federal laws regulating health care and patient privacy (HIPPA)
• Strong organizational skills and communication skills both verbal and written
• Familiarity with medical needs of young adults
• Meticulous documentation/recording skills and attention to detail with excellent time management skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-changing environment
• Proficient using a computer software which includes Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.) 

Educational Requirements:

• State Licensed Registered Nurse. 
• Three years’ experience as a practicing nurse; one of which was in a lead capacity. 
• Must possess a Valid NYS Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Benefits: 

• Medical Coverage with Reduced Rates for Employees
• Dental, and Vision
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) 
• Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability Insurance 
• Accident Insurance (dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture) on, or off the job
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance (supplements your medical plan)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time 
• 12 Paid Holidays 
• Free access to our Weight and Cardio Rooms, and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.00 per meal) daily.

ADA Requirements: 

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably, accommodate individuals with disabilities, however, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose an undue hardship on the company. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability," means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

Physical Activities: 

• Reading, writing, and communicating fluently in English
• Hearing and speaking to express ideas and, or exchange information in person, or over the telephone
• Seeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC Screens, etc. 
• Sitting, standing, moving about, or walking for occasional or frequent periods
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
• Kneeling, and bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead 
• Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and, or lifting light objects

Working Conditions:

• School Health Care and general office setting 
• Indoor/Outdoor environment
• Handle Hazardous Materials/waste, exposure to blood and bodily fluids
• On-call availability to attend emergencies as required 
• May be required to occasionally work a flex schedule to include evenings and/or weekends 

Oneonta Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

As of September 17, 2023 - Under the NYS DOL Pay Transparency Law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who discuss their compensation with coworkers.

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