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! Registered Nurse (RN) $42.31 -$46.54 per hour (inclusive of shift differentials) at our 31-bed intermediate care facility in Commack Full, Part Time, and Per Diem- 3 shifts: 7am-3:30pm, 3pm-11:30pm, 11pm-7:30am The Per Diem position is not union-based and does not qualify for the differential. 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. Benefits we Offer F/T and eligible P/T RN's: Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance Life Insurance Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Company Funded Retirement Plan Optional 403B Plan Paid Trainings Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations NYS Registered Nurse License Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May come into contact with human blood or other potentially infectious materials, which may result in possible exposure to blood borne pathogens (Category 1) UCP of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2026-04-03