Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN) Saint Dominic's Family Services - 2.7 Blauvelt, NY Job Details Per diem $45 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Nursing RN License Patient assessment Associate of Science in Nursing Patient care Associate Degree in

Nursing Full Job Description Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse Provides comprehensive health care services for individuals residing in St. Dominic's Family Services; oversees the health activities in the residence; and assures optimal health care services for the individuals in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the agency.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Maintain the mission of Person-Centered Planning. Perform pre-admission evaluations of new individuals and 30-day post admission evaluation and review. Perform health assessments and evaluations, recommend further interventions as needed. Evaluate, teach, and document self-medication steps to individuals when needed. Maintain accurate, up-to-date medical records, in compliance with state and agency regulations. Oversee the scheduling of medical, dental, behavioral health, and other appointments as necessary. Review and interpret medical reports received. Relate pertinent information to appropriate personnel, family or physician as indicated or requested. Monitor medication orders, assure individuals' prescriptions are promptly filled/renewed and orders are transcribed as needed. Routinely checks medication administration records and storage area per agency protocol. Serve as liaison and advocate for individual's quality of life. Additional responsibilities as assigned

Education & Experience:

Current NYS License to practice as a Registered Nurse required. (Minimum ASN) Three (3) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse and knowledge of developmental disabilities preferred. Or , two (2) years of experience working as an

RN, PLUS

, two years working in a developmental disabilities or mental health agency.

Pay:

$45.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person