On Call (per diem) Residential R.N.

at  Catholic Charities of Long Island

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF LONG ISLAND OPERATES 12 COMMUNITY RESIDENCES ON LI WHERE RESIDENTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ARE HELPED TO ACHIEVE THEIR HIGHEST LEVEL OF FUNCTIONING AND TO PARTICIPATE FULLY IN THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY.

Position Description:
We are seeking an On Call Residential R.N. to assume RN oversight of medical/medication-related issues for every resident in the assigned residences in conjunction with the DSPs, Medical Care Counselors and Managers. In this role, the On Call Residential R.N. will ensure compliance within the program of all medical /medication-related OPWDD regulations and related Agency policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing oversight to confirm that the highest quality of care is provided in all medical situations.
• Supervise medical and AMAP staff ensuring compliance with required documentation and training.
• Initiate positive interventions and resolutions of all medical care/medication/AMAP-related issues.
• Report discrepancies and/or problems related to medical care/follow up and AMAP administration to Healthcare Administrator.
• Participate as active member of Treatment Team, advising Team of any significant changes.
• Assume On-Call Beeper responsibilities in accordance with published schedule.
• Provide workshops/training on health-related issues for staff, clients and families.
• Attend medical appointments and ensure that hospitalized residents receive RN follow up.
• Discuss professional issues via telephone or in-person with residents, families, Agency personnel as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and NYS certification
• 5 years’ practical nursing experience
• Previous experience working with developmentally disabled populations required
• Valid NYS Driver’s License
• Able to work flexible hours

Schedule: On Call, as needed (flexible availability needed)

• Provide direct nursing oversight to confirm that the highest quality of care is provided in all medical situations.
• Supervise medical and AMAP staff ensuring compliance with required documentation and training.
• Initiate positive interventions and resolutions of all medical care/medication/AMAP-related issues.
• Report discrepancies and/or problems related to medical care/follow up and AMAP administration to Healthcare Administrator.
• Participate as active member of Treatment Team, advising Team of any significant changes.
• Assume On-Call Beeper responsibilities in accordance with published schedule.
• Provide workshops/training on health-related issues for staff, clients and families.
• Attend medical appointments and ensure that hospitalized residents receive RN follow up.
• Discuss professional issues via telephone or in-person with residents, families, Agency personnel as needed