Registered Nurse RN (Union)

UCP Long Island is a not for profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence productivity and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud to celebrate our 75 years of creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities!

* Seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to become part of the UCP teamat our 31-bed intermediate care facility in Commack. *

Full Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available: 7:00am-3:30pm 3:00pm-11:30pm or 11:00pm-7:30am

**All F/T and P/T shifts at this location require at least one weekend shift per week on a recurring basis **

• Responsible for monitoring and assisting in the overall health and safety of the individual served.
• Supervise and train direct care staff regarding medication administration universal precautions infection control health and safety issues etc.
• Complete yearly recertification including practicum for each medication certified person.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physician.
• Generate incident seizure and illness reports.
• Monitor and report health care on daily flow report records.
• Instruct direct support professionals in above i.e. hygiene diet weights etc.
• Submit written monthly quarterly annual nursing/medical progress notes.
• Implement guidance policy as appropriate to address medication errors or violations of health and safety procedures by direct care staff.
• Insure maintenance and review of all medical records per state and federal guidelines and UCP policy.
• Meet regularly with team members to review current issues.
• Insure all indicated and annual medical appointments and lab work are scheduled and followed up appropriately and as per UCP policy.
• Monitor and review medication administration record recording of medications medication orders labels etc. Insure an adequate supply of medication on hand.
• Monitor and maintain an adequate supply of medical goods and equipment as well as first aide supplies.
• Complete all paperwork as assigned by director of Residential Services of designee and according to UCP policy (to include monthly nursing notes self-administration of medication evaluation infection control reports etc.).
• Document medical and pharmacological services and issues. Insure pharmacy review of medication every 90 days.
• Ensure individuals are living in a safe and hygienic manner.

Education and/or Experience

NYS Licensed Registered Nurse license; Associates degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and one to three years related experience and/or training. Experience with Developmentally Disabled population and OPWDD regs a plus.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package for F/T and Eligible P/T Staff includes:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Free Company Sponsored Base Life Insurance
• Generous Vacation Sick and Personal Time
• Paid Holidays
• Company Funded PensionRetirement Plan
• Optional 403B Plan
• Paid Trainings
• Voluntary AFLAC Benefits
• Opportunities for Advancement

UCP of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.