Job description

Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides day-to-day medical support and ongoing care for individuals with disabilities in the Adult Training Center and oversees all medical procedures. Will perform all duties necessary to meet state-approved objectives, including the requirement that employees cooperate with the licensee and Division staff in any inspection or investigation.

Description:

• Coordinate daily care plans for special needs consumers.

• Provide appropriate medical supports and ongoing care for program consumers.

• Assists the supervisor in medication administration to assure staff comply with Division/OTC procedures and the paperwork is maintained properly. Provides annual medications training to center staff.

• Develop recommendations, and communicate any and all consumer-related concerns to the program supervisor and IDT members.

• Facilitate and monitor any and all medical procedures associated with client care.

• Assist individuals served with toileting, feeding, and other self-help activities in a caring and responsible manner.

• Develop and contribute to IHP goals along with the Occupational Therapy staff.

• Carry out assigned programs in the areas of physical care, recreational activities, self-help, social training, pre-vocational training, community inclusion programming, and the development of functional and cognitive skills.

• Responsible for calling 911 in life-threatening situations in compliance with Danielle’s Law.

• Monitor medication administration and maintains paperwork for all program consumers.

• Maintain Daily Training Records for assigned consumers.

• Transport consumers to and from residence and various community outings. When driving individuals staff members will ensure individuals, both ambulatory and non-ambulatory, and equipment are properly secured in the vehicle. If a bus aid or other staff member secured individual(s), driver will double-check wheelchair tie-downs and seatbelts to ensure all passengers are properly secured in the vehicle prior to driving.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Nursing.

• Current Nursing registration and licensure in the State of New Jersey.

• Two (2) to three (3) years of nursing experience working with the DD population.

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in the field of developmental disabilities.

• Acceptable background check and Drug Test.

• Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record as set by OTC’s Insurance Carrier.

• Duties include lifting and bending.

• Ability to perform CPR and First Aid on ground level.
• Must have Covid vaccinations
• Monday-Friday 8 am to 4 pm. No weekends and Paid Holidays!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you fully vaccinated?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Developmental Disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
• Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)

Work Location: One location

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