Substitute School Nurse - Per Diem
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DescriptionDevelopmental Disabilities Institute, DDI, is one of the largest providers of care to children and adults with Autism, developmental disabilities and other special needs. DDI has been a part of Long Island for over 50 years serving over 1,500 children and adults with Autism, other developmental disabilities and special needs. DDI provides innovative and expansive services to our population through various residential services, day habilitation programs and vocational services.Pay Range: $32.73 - $39.28 / hourResponsibilities:+ Daily attendance to students enrolled+ Treatment of all children for illness and injuries-treat, record and notify parents+ Administer medications daily, record and maintain up to date records.+ Maintain up to date student's records on all students ie: physicals and immunizations+ Administer mantoux's as needed to all staff and new employees and maintain records+ Staff in services as needed (OSHA, Universal precautions, safety etc)+ Administer care to staff in case of injury and complete incident reports as per DDI regulations and maintain monthly tracking+ Handle all medical emergencies within building+ Order supplies+ Other duties as assignedQualifications:+ Registered Nurse, Licensed in New York State+ Relevant experience working with individuals with developmental disabilitiesEssential Physical Demands:+ Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of children+ Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on changing table+ Must be able to move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement+ Must be able to position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environment+ Must have ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms+ Must be able to ascend and descend stairs with railingDDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.