Registered Nurse 1

Date Posted:

05/19/26

Applications Due:

06/02/26

Vacancy ID:

216413 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for TitleRegistered Nurse 1 Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade18 Bargaining UnitPS&T

• Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $96147 to $105138 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassCompetitive Class Travel Percentage60% Schedule WorkweekOther (see below) "Other"

ExplanationSHIFT:

Nights 10:30p-8:30a

PASS DAYS

wk 1

• Sat/Sun/Wed, wk 2
• Thurs/Mon/Tues Hours Per Week40 Workday From10:30 PM To8:30 AM Flextime allowed?

Yes Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

Yes Location CountyChenango Street AddressRoute 220 IRA 4205 State Highway 220 CityOxford StateNY Zip Code13830 Job Specifics Duties Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the general direction and supervision of an RN2 (community) or RN Supervisor 1, independently provides direct nursing care to individuals in accordance with Article 139 of the Education Law; supervises nursing care activities; and provides clinical supervision and training to Licensed Practical Nurses, and direct care staff.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct nursing assessments; and obtain, record, and update individuals' health information and vital signs, using standard instruments and procedures.
• Administer medications and nursing related treatments to individuals as indicated.
• Prepare, implement, and modify plans of nursing service; prepares individuals for and/or assists with examinations and treatments; and administers medications and nursing procedures to individuals, as needed.
• Observe, monitor, and record individuals' symptoms, conditions, and care, including diet and physical activity; and identifies and reports individuals' responses to medication or changes in health status.
• Make clinical rounds to assess individuals' nursing care needs and observe and participate in the provision of nursing services. Provides health teaching, counseling, and education to individuals, families, and other groups; and develops health improvement programs.
• Implement infection control protocols and procedures and provide related consultation and instruction to staff.
• Maintain and update charts, records, and other documentation, consistent with agency, State, and federal requirements; and may collect data and perform related activities to support medical research.
• Monitor inventories and ensure that standards for medications, solutions, supplies, and equipment are maintained to meet nursing care needs.
• Act as liaison to outside agencies and providers to ensure continuity of care and the necessary follow-up for individuals, advocates for individuals' needs.
• As needed, act as a triage nurse; accepting calls from the six-county catchment area and providing nursing guidance and training to direct care staff/LPNs.
• Assist with electronic medication administration record (e_MAR) / EHR training, support, and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned; details to be discussed during interview.

LinkedIn:

://linkedin.com/company/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities/posts/?feedView=all #LI-KT1 Minimum QualificationsMust have a license and a current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State. Additional CommentsThis title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under

NY HELPS

are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status.

• Please note that starting salary for this title reflects the increased hiring salary and geographic pay differential. Posted Hiring Salary includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 18 ($66,951), Increased Hiring Salary ($9,196), and Geographic Pay Differential ($20,000). Geographic Pay Differential is added to the job rate ($85,138).
• If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee.
• The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies.
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume.
• All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.
• If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit studentAid/publicservice.

• Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA).
• If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Reasonable Accommodation Unit at (518) 486-7222 or email accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny to obtain information and RA forms.
• Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.
• Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.
• Life insurance and Disability insurance.
• The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.

Paid Holidays and Leave:

° Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. ° Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. ° Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. ° Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. ° Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.

Health Care Coverage:

Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.

Paid Parental Leave:

Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care.

Retirement Program:

Participate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.

Professional Development and Education and Training:

NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit ://oer.ny/training-and-professional-development.

• Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit ://oer.ny/public-service-workshops-program-pswp.
• OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion.

We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

• All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply NameBroome Human Resources Telephone607-240-4786 Fax607-770-0528 Email AddressBroome.

Careers@opwdd.ny Address StreetBroome Human Resources 249 Glenwood Road CityBinghamton StateNY Zip Code13905 Notes on ApplyingPlease email your resume to Broome.

Careers@opwdd.ny and reference vacancy ID in your email.