Staff Nurse (LPN or RN)
A Long Island nonprofit services agency is looking to add a new, licensed Registered Nurse (RN) or licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their growing team on a full-time basis at one of their residential facilities in Suffolk County. About the Opportunity: • Setting: Residential • Shift: Day • Schedule: M-F 7am to 3pm OR M/W/F with Friday being 7am to 7pm • Patient Population: 6 to 21 year old individuals with ID/DD Responsibilities: The Nurse will: • Develop a person-centered plan of care that prescribes strategies and interventions • Support discharge planning process with members of relevant teams • Provide or coordinate the resident / family education • Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the resident's health or the situation • Perform all other duties as assigned Qualifications: • 6+ months of related Nursing experience • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing • NYS Nurse (RN or LPN) license • BLS certification • Strong understanding of the needs of vulnerable populations including youth and young adults with Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Communication Impairments, and Medical Complexity • Solid assessment, clinical and documentation skills • Patient oriented • Great interpersonal skills • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) • Strong attention to detail • Highly organized Desired Skills: • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing • National Certification in area of specialty Apply tot his job