Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license (copy required upon hire)
• Valid New York State Driver's License (copy required upon hire)
• Yearly Physical (required within 1 month of hire)
• CPR and First Aid Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• Ability to work with a diverse population presenting a variety of cultural, socioeconomic, developmental, and sexual identities. Must be willing to establish and foster healthy and supportive relationships that acknowledge individual identities and encourage personal growth.

PREFERRED

• Experience with adolescent populations
• Knowledge of OCFS and Article 29-I VFCA Health Facility regulations

REQUIREMENTS

1. Must successfully complete all required background checks:

§ NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR)

§ Multi-State Sex Offender Registry (SOR) 

§ NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) fingerprinting

§ NYS Justice Center Staff Exclusion List (SEL) 

§ NYS OMIG Medicaid Exclusion List

§ Out-of-state child abuse register inquiry of any state in which the person resided within the last five years (if applicable)

§ NYS License Event Notification Service (LENS)

§ Office of Inspector General (OIG)

• NYS Professions – Professional License Check

1. Must successfully complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)

SALARY

• $80,000-$90,000 annual, commensurate with experience

HOURS  

• 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Must be flexible to meet the program's needs, including participation in rotating weekend coverage and on-call responsibilities. 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs, assist with medical equipment, and move across campus buildings
• Must wear PPE and follow agency protocols during illness outbreaks or isolation procedures

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION

To provide comprehensive, high-quality, trauma-informed nursing care to youth at The William George Agency while ensuring the safe, compliant, and centralized nurse-led management of all medication services. In accordance with the New York State Office of the Professions' Registered Nurse scope of practice and Article 29-I VFCA Health Facility guidelines, this position is responsible for the accurate preparation, administration, reconciliation, documentation, monitoring, and inventory control of all medications, including controlled substances. The Registered Nurse delivers routine, chronic, and urgent health services; promotes health education and infection prevention; maintains regulatory compliance and best practices in clinical documentation; and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support the health, safety, and well-being of youth in a residential treatment setting.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintain a courteous, respectful, and professional demeanor at all times when interacting with residents, internal staff, nursing and medical personnel, external healthcare providers, hospitals, parents, and other professionals involved in the coordination and delivery of resident medical care.

1. Conduct medical assessments, including 24-hour screenings, intake evaluations, and HIV risk assessments per regulatory guidelines
2. Conduct triage and provide first aid, blood draws, and manage chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes), and provide reproductive health education
3. Administer and reconcile prescribed medications per NYS and Article 29-I regulations using blister packs, strip packaging, EMAR, and tracking logs
4. Maintain compliance with immunization schedules and vaccine storage protocols (e.g., daily temperature logs, VIS documentation)
5. Document all services accurately and in a timely manner in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) (Welligent), including medical appointments, session notes, and medication administration.
6. Maintain compliance with recordkeeping, medical safety plans, clinic logs, and discharge/travel medication packaging
7. Collaborate with physicians, NP’s, behavioral clinicians, and residential staff to establish and monitor the youth’s treatment goals
8. Coordinate transport and accompany youth to on-/off-campus appointments as needed
9. Deliver trauma-informed education to youth on hygiene, chronic illness management, and safe health practices
10. Support staff education on OSHA, infection control, seizure protocols, and medication protocols as needed
11. Maintain clinic cleanliness, secure storage of medications, and supply inventory
12. Follow all protocols for off-campus referrals, incident follow-up, and post-op care
13. Participate in internal audits, quality improvement, and safety initiatives
14. Rotate on-call cell phone coverage to support after-hours needs
15. Record and report after-hours contacts per agency protocol
16. Support staff training related to medical procedures and medication protocols
17. Attend nursing, administrative, and agency-wide meetings as requested to support the needs of the clinic and the Agency
18. Assist in staff physical exams, including BP, Height, Weight, and BMI, and maintain written records for the medical clinic/personnel.
19. Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Director, Nursing Supervisor, or Assistant Nursing Supervisor.
20. Responsible for adhering to and performing all duties by every safety standard, practice, and policy of The William George Agency. 
21. Adhere to all rules, regulations, policies, and philosophy of The William George Agency and the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.

DEPARTMENT

Medical Clinic

POSITION LEVEL

Responsible to the Nursing Supervisor(s) and Medical Director

About The William George Agency for Children’s Services

The William George Agency for Children’s Services is located on a 650-acre campus nine miles northeast of Ithaca, in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. It is a private, not-for-profit residential treatment center licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) that serves both male and female youth between the ages of 12 and 21, and their families, who present with significant mental health issues, behavioral difficulties, and substance abuse issues. Our programs offer an array of treatment modalities specifically designed to meet the needs of our youth. 

The William George Agency for Children’s Services is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

This job description intends to provide, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibilities of positions given this title. It shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific job duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at The William George Agency for Children’s Services has benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards, including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also offer generous paid time off to support your work-life balance.