Nursing Supervisor (OPWDD) - Military veterans preferred

A social services organization in Brooklyn is actively seeking an experienced and compassionate Nursing Supervisor (RN) to join their growing staff. Under the direction of the Senior Director of Nursing Services, the Nursing Supervisor (RN) will be responsible for ensuring the quality of medical, nursing, and other health-related services that are provided to individuals with I/DD in all day and residential programs in collaboration with their families and consistent with the philosophy of person-centered planning.

Responsibilities

The Nursing Supervisor (RN) will:

• Oversee training and ensures competencies
• Provide guidance and direction to day and residential Program Coordinators/Managers on strategies and techniques for effective oversight of medical services provided to the individuals in their programs
• Assist in providing training and direction to residential staff regarding the management of medical emergencies/crisis
• Assist in teaching AMAP classes
• Undertake appropriate follow-up activities with assigned nurses, including training and professional development activities
• Recommend and implement nursing care practices, standards, and procedures
• Assist with the development of new as well as existing nursing treatment plans
• Act as liaison between programs and outside medical providers to ensure individuals receive the best medical care available

• Associate's Degree in Nursing
• License and current registration as a RN in the State of New York
• 3+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse in the delivery of community-based health services to individuals with developments and intellectual disabilities
• 1+ year of supervisory experience
• License and current registration as a RN in the State of New York
• Proficiency in the use of computers, appropriate software, and Outlook email system
• Knowledge of equipment typically used by persons receiving services, including wheelchairs and adaptive devices

• Bachelor's Degree