Nursing Coordinator - AHRC New York City Job at AHRC NYC, Manhattan, KS

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  • AHRC NYC
  • Manhattan, KS

Job Description



AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Job Description



AHRC New York City is seeking a Nursing Coordinator for their Residential Department. The Nursing Coordinator will supervise, direct and coordinate the activities of all nursing staff in the Residential Department. He/she will provide overall direction to the department in the health care area. The Nursing Coordinator fulfills his/her responsibilities through the activities of the staff under his/her jurisdiction. The major responsibilities of the Nursing Coordinator include the training and supervisory activities that are necessary to ensure that all medical and/or nursing staff are hired, trained and monitored in all aspects of medical care and treatment. The following duties will be performed personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Salary : $110,000 per yea r...plus a comprehensive Benefit package. See Benefit information below.

Schedule : Monday - Friday 9am-5pm.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensures ongoing compliance and quality assurance with all State and Federal regulations pertinent to the operation of all facilities in the Residential Department.
  • Provides clinical supervision and oversight for all site nurses by reviewing nurse practices, maintaining agency philosophy; providing professional clinical evaluations; and assisting with the medical case management of program participants as indicated.
  • Determines

    qualifications

    duties and responsibilities of nursing staff, and assists in the selection of site nurses working for the Residential Department.
  • Arranges for orientation of newly appointed nursing staff in company policy and nursing procedures.
  • Ensures the provision of nursing oversight and coverage during times of vacancy for the Department.
  • Adjusts work procedures and personnel distribution to meet changing needs among the programs within the department.
  • Develops, oversees and ensures the implementation of guidelines for provider services, to include, but not limited to podiatry; nutrition; laboratory; pharmacy; physical and occupational therapies; physiatry; gynecology; cardiology; temporary nursing services; and, clinic based services.
  • Ensures the organization and review of medical systems, both in-house and intra-agency.
  • Maintains departmental and interdepartmental communications and acts as a liason, and resource for family members within the department.
  • Ensures the interpretation and enforcement of Agency and Department policies, procedures and safety regulations for all staff under his/her jurisdiction; acts as a representative for the department on planning committees for the Agency.
  • Provides input in the development of new facilities as it pertains to nursing services delivery, including physical plant, admission/discharge, budgetary and programmatic issues.
  • Ensures the use of community resources and health related facilities, i.e., Department of Health; Lupus Foundation; Muscular Dystrophy Association; Alcoholic Anonymous, Planned Parenthood, Weight Watcher, etc.
  • Oversees the quality of staff training and curriculum development for nurses, direct care staff, and other professional staff, including, but not limited to sexuality; infection control; medication administration; vital signs; and, individual specific training.
  • Acts as a member of the Human Rights and Incident Review Committee, and Chairperson of the Safety Committee.
  • Develops and implements departmental medical policies and procedures.
  • Formulates new ideas; suggests changes to increase efficiency and productivity of staff.
  • Analyzes, resolves and assists staff with work related problems.
  • Initiates or suggests plans to motivate staff to achieve departmental goals.
  • Promotes and expands upon self-advocacy programs for individuals served.
  • Conducts assists with or reviews investigations for personnel and program participant related issues as the need arises.
  • Performs activities of staff supervised as the need arises.
  • Directly supervises employees in the medical division/Residential. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors Nursing, with four to ten years experience in medical management of individuals with OPWDD.
  • No less than two years supervisory/administrative experience in the field of OPWDD, along with experience in working collaboratively with/counseling patients and their families.
  • Current CPR certification and ability to ensure ongoing CPR certification.
  • Demonstrated success in actively supervising clinicians and other field staff within a human services program.
  • Expert knowledge of crisis theory and techniques, and ability to apply this knowledge to conducting crisis intervention activities as well as guiding/training staff to succeed in crisis intervention activities.
  • Well-developed repository of community health, welfare and employment resources.
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, line staff and family members. 
  • Ability to develop/review and ensure implementation of timely crisis intervention plans in coordination with all relevant stakeholders, including line staff, managers, family members and other service providers, as needed.
  • Willing to travel and to work flexible hours as needed to address arising crises.

 

Additional Information



Benefits

  • Low cost, comprehensive Medical insurance.
  • Paid Training
  • Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Savings account
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • 403(b) match
  • Life insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Referral program

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AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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