REGISTERED NURSE PART TIME OPWDD in Rochester, New York at CATHOLIC CHARITIES FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

We are Hiring!

Job Posting: Part-Time Registered Nurse- OPWDD

Location: Rochester, NY AND Remote On-Call

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Part-Time

Schedule: 20-hour on-site schedule to be determined between M-F, 8am-4pm AND on-call during remaining 20 weekly hours.

Salary: Stipend of $40.00 per day for on-call availability

Hourly rate for hours worked/calls taken: $35.00 - $38.00

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Family and Community Services (CCFCS) has been serving our community for over 100 years. We walk with people when they are at their most vulnerable as they journey toward independence to reach their full human potential, advocate for those in need throughout all stages of life; and work in partnership with faith communities of all denominations and those who are committed to addressing local needs.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

About the role:

Under general supervision, provides comprehensive health services to residents and supervision for Medical Liaison staff. Works collaboratively with external providers to facilitate client wellness. Maintains all applicable confidentiality and ethical standards of relevant governing bodies. Effectively supports ongoing and collaborative communication amongst all program staff and is responsible for ensuring a trauma informed care environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides a comprehensive health assessment of clients.
  • Identifies immediate and long-term health care needs.
  • Makes appropriate referrals and recommendations based on findings of the health assessments.
  • Assist clients in identifying local providers.
  • Communicates and collaborates with appropriate Agency staff, and related community organizations to assure coordination of client care and services if needed.
  • Completes required paperwork / electronic patient record forms related to the health assessment process.
• Provide oversight and supervision of any assigned Medical Liaison staff.
  • Required supervision of tasks performed by Medical Liaison staff may include medication monitoring or administration, monitoring of vital signs, reporting of signs or symptoms of potential health concerns, basic emergency medical treatment or interventions, and accompanying clients to appointments.
  • Direct, coach, collaborate with ML. delegate tasks appropriately.
  • Provides on-site RN support at assigned houses 20 hours per week.
  • Remains available by phone for triage calls from assigned houses the alternate 20 hours per week. (Compensated by additional stipend per day 2-8 hr days and 1-4 hr day)
  • Attends assigned house staff meetings.
  • Provides Medication Competency practicums as needed for staff.
  • Attends Monthly Nursing Team meetings
  • Build and sustain cooperative working relationships among program staff.
  • Assist in the initiation and implementation of staff development and specialized medical training.
• Assists Prescribers
  • Provide health monitoring for clients
  • Administers Injectable medications as prescribed
• Responsible for patient records
  • Completes required documentation in accordance with regulations and other record keeping as necessary for program accountability
  • Participates in quality assurance and program evaluation activities as directed.
• Provides education to clients on health and wellness issues.
• Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job performance through reading, supervision, in-service training and attendance at conferences and workshops.
• Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan. Including, but not limited to, supporting the Agency's Core Competency initiatives of being Collaborative and Community Focused, Innovative and Entrepreneurial, and Culturally Competent and Diverse
• Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings
• Other duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory directions and perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education: Minimum of an Associate in Applied Science degree in Nursing required. Bachelor of Science Degree is preferred.

Credentials: NYS Professional Registered Nursing License in good standing.

Experience: At least two years of experience related to nursing services to individuals with IDD-related services strongly preferred.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Top Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
• Generous time off package and work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community!

***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet