Registered Nurse - Adult Day Services

Salary Range: $85,000 USD to $90,000 USD

Salary: $85,000 USD per year

Description

REGISTERED NURSE - ADULT DAY SERVICES

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Full-Time Monday-Friday

Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $90,000 / year

About Brightway Living & Learning:

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

What You'll Do:

• Serves as medical liaison for IDT team, ensuring proper medical follow-up

• Participates in IDT conferences, as required.

• Assesses injuries/accidents to ensure individuals receive proper medical care.

• Implements written plan for each person. Modifies nursing plan as necessary.

• Maintains medical records for each individual.

• Participates as appropriate in planning and implementation of training of DDI personnel.

• Accompanies individuals to medical appointments if necessary.

• Ensure proper medical follow-up through on call system.

• Ensures all medications are administered and stored as necessary.

• Attends monthly Nursing Meetings.

• Completes appropriate incident reporting paperwork as required.

• Ensures compliance with OPWDD regulatory standards.

• Liaison with family members regarding medical issues.

• Preparation of monthly Medication Administration Records.

What You Need for the Role:

• N.Y. State Registered Nurse License required

• N.Y. State Driver’s License preferred

• Knowledge of OPWDD Regulations preferred

• Experience with ID/DD population preferred

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.

• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.

• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.

• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.

• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.

• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.

• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.

• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient

• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic

• A good communicator and team player

• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here (https://youtu.be/PWZGTIkeLeg) to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family.

Brightway Living & Learning 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. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.