Nurse Case ManagerCoordinate the delivery of health care services for adults with disabilities residing in residential programs.Oversee general health issues for people with autism in Residential programs or day programsMonitor medication and medical records for people receiving servicesConsult with MD's to ensure optimal medical treatments are provided to people being supportedSupervise direct support professional (DSP) staff administration of medication to people receiving servicesEnsures medical follow up (i.e. appt.'s, labs obtain prescribed medication, etc.) occurs in a timely mannerEnsures individuals are receiving prescribed medications, treatments and nutrition/diet as orderedAccompanies/transports individuals to appointments when needed, due to staffing needsMaintains accurate mandated medical recordsAttends internal team meetings as scheduledQualifications & Work Experience1-2 years LPN experience highly preferredValid NYS LPN license in good standing requiredAssociates Degree in Nursing requiredKnowledge of OPWDD regulations is highly preferredBLS, CPR certified; SCIP-R certification requiredAbility to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items requiredOrganizational skills, and Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, individuals served, families and outside contacts is essentialMust be able to maintain Individual/family confidentiality+ Be responsible for performing nursing assessments and diagnoses+ Work in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes.+ Provides guidance and training to direct care staff to ensure proper delivery of health care services.Requirements include:+ NYS RN License+ Prior nursing experience and/or experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.+ Ability to travel to and access multiple locations throughout the metropolitan area.+ Able to work flexible hours and/or days.We offer a competitive salary and an enviable list of comprehensive benefits which includes four weeks' vacation, personal and holiday days, tuition reimbursement, license renewal and/ conference/workshop reimbursement, medical, dental, life insurance, and 403(b). Working for Constructive Partnerships Unlimited may also qualify you to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.We want to hear from you! We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.Required
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