Physician’s Nurse - Full time

Full-time
Mercy Home for Children a nonprofit agency providing support to the intellectual and developmental disabled adult population, is recruiting for a Full-time (35 hours 12Noon-8pm) Registered Nurse to work in our residential programs.
We are hosting a virtual job fair on Thursday, May 7th starting at 5pm. Role Qualifications: BA/BS Degree in related field. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in New York State, a Valid and Unrestricted NYS Driver's License and experience working with OPWDD preferred.

To assess the general health needs of the individuals we serve and effectively communicate to the Primary Physician and Residence with follow up on all recommendations.
Develop a Nursing Plan for an individual when appropriate and to periodically review and update.
Maintain and update health records as necessary and monitor immunization regimens.
Arrange clinic referrals, make appointments and may be needed to accompany individuals to clinics as necessary.
Informs the VP of Nursing within 24 hours of any medical incident, ER visit, or hospitalization.
Orders medical supplies as needed, after approval from Director of Nursing.
Be available by phone for staff consultation when necessary or to provide coverage for when not reachable. The nurse will determine and instruct when Call-ins are appropriate and necessary.
Provide staff training on detecting signs & symptoms of Illness and any medical problems which warrant Medical or Nursing Intervention. Basic skills required to meet the health needs of the consumers; oral hygiene; First Aid for accidents and illness. Infectious disease and infection control policy and procedures. Provide supervision and training to all AMAP staff and Direct Support Professionals. Good communications skills including listening and expressive ability, good writing skills. Maintain health and wellness while encouraging the independence of the individual to the highest level of their ability.
Mercy Home provides comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, prescription, 403 (b), Afflac, Legal Shield, ample paid time off, 13 paid holidays and your birthday off. 50-$55 per hour