SCOPE OF ROLE:

The Registered Nurse will work on DOHMH and OTDA care team(s) with mental health professionals assisting clients in transition from hospitals back to the community.  The team will follow individuals into the community using the evidence-based Critical Time Intervention model of care to ensure that they become both linked and engaged with identified community providers and that their support network is sufficient to meet their needs. The Registered Nurse is responsible for the assessment, health management and intervention of the resident’s actual or potential health problems through such services such as nursing case management, referrals, health teaching (this might include group education), counseling, advocacy and coordination. The nurse will provide interventions supportive to or restorative of life and well-being; and execute medical regimens prescribed by a physician, PNP or another licensed health care provider.  The role will require limited on call coverage.

Family DV and Substance Use housing program. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete medical assessments and Communicable Disease Risk Assessments within mandated time frames
• Coordinate delivery and reception of medications with pharmacy
• Track all medications received and administered as well as coordinate return of unused medications to pharmacy
• Observe self-administration of medications for detoxification according to established protocols
• Refer for required medical services
• Carry out urine screenings in accordance with program policy
• Provide education and consultation to individual clients and/or groups on their health needs
• Assess clients’ medical record and coordinate medical care with medical director and/or outside clinics
• Assure clients’ compliance with prescribe medical regimen
• Complete timely and accurate documentation on medical services rendered
• Keep supervisor informed of all relevant information regarding the residents and the program
• Other duties as requested by supervisor

Benefits Overview: 

We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• NYS RN license
• Knowledge of chemical dependency as a primary diagnosis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Assessment and case management
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to provide crisis intervention utilizing good interpersonal skills with a high level of maturity and responsibility

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Basic knowledge of human services
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking preferred

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and development. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you. 

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values:  respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.  

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at MyMedicalLeave@sus.org.