Registered nurse (Rn)

Mary Cariola Center recognized that a high performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Through continued dialogue, education, a policy development, we are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work. As an agency found on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

This position will work in our Residential program at our Rush-Scottsville Road home in Rush and our East River Road home in West Henrietta (the houses are 3 minutes apart)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Physically examine and determine health status for all residents on a regular basis and as needed
• Monitor control of communicable diseases and infections
• Accurately and consistently complete all required documentation practices for residents and staff
• Coordinate all medical/health related services (i.e., medical appointments) and make service reports in the system
• Review and record monthly doctors’ orders and MAR sheets (including controlled drug sheets, home med sheets and key transfer)
• Ensure orders in EMAR (CareSuite) are accurate and clear for staff
• Administer medically prescribed medications to the residents and follow up on all medication errors
• Maintain ongoing and effective communication with all health care providers for each resident, providing them with any records and/or medications needed
• Attend appointments and all hospitalization discharges for residents (or coordinate RN coverage when not available)
• Oversee AMAPs and the DSP II Medical Liaison in medication administration responsibilities
• Attend all case reviews and provide written reports on the progress of each resident
• Review all Incident Reports and provide necessary medical attention and follow-up to injuries
• Adhere to a rotating on-call schedule for triage and notification purposes (approximately one week per month)
• All other duties as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from a two-year college or university in Nursing
• Certified by NYS as a Registered Nurse
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Nursing
• One to two years related experience and/or training
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities

• Certifications and Trainings
• Must maintain NYS RN Licensure
• NYS Medication Administration and OPWDD Nursing Certification
• SCIP-r
• All other trainings mandated by the OPWDD

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, domestic violence victim status, veteran or disability status.