Registered Nurse (RN) - FT

Company: Empowering People's Independence(epi)
Location: Whitney Point
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

We accept applications for open positions. We are an equal opportunity employer.Empowering People's Independence (EPI) provides support for people with developmental disabilities, epilepsy, and brain injury through progressive, tailored care to improve their health, wellbeing, independence, and social inclusion. We are committed to empowering people with disabilities to reach their individual goals and aspirations, and to live their lives to the fullest while maintaining a safe working environment.Empowering Peoples Independence (EPI) currently has a Full Time Registered Nurse (RN) position available to work in our local residential program.We are looking for caring individuals to provide support for people with developmental disabilities to improve their health, wellbeing, independence, and social inclusion.Job Purpose:The Registered Nurse is primarily responsible for the coordination of medical services for persons supported in our residential settings.The RN is also responsible for training current and new-hire staff to ensure the health and safety of persons supported. Maintain the health and well-being of the persons supported at EPI. Maintain all medical records for all assigned locations; act as a liaison to pharmacy; complete semiannual and annual nursing assessments. Provide medical oversight by visiting persons supported/sites as assigned Promote workplace safety; provide supervision to LPNs and Medical Liaisons.Education and Experience:Current NYS Registered Nurse License Experience with brain injury and/or developmental disability preferred.Qualifications: Maintain a valid New York State driver's license; Travel is necessary; therefore, a vehicle is required to perform the job. Maintain a current NYS Registered Nursing License. Complete all required training within 90 days of being hired and maintain all required trainings. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint preferred. Solid verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.Physical Demands:The physical demands described below are representative of those that are required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individuals with disabilities, which impact their ability to perform the essential functions, will need to review reasonable accommodations with Human Resources. Must be able to talk, hear, stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time; may have to twist, bend, use hand to finger, stretch with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. May be exposed to strong odors from time to time. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.Professional Deportment:Consistently demonstrate EPIs Values:1. Integrity2. Courage3. Adaptability4. RespectStandard shift:Day shift (8a-5p) no weekends, holidays or on-callSchedule:Full Time hoursLicense/Certification:NYS Driver License (Required)RN License (Required)Work Location: In person (Two houses in Broome, NY)Benefits: 403(b) with discretionary match Dental & Vision insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance with HSA and employer match Health savings account Life insurance Generous PTO bank Parental leave Referral programPhysical setting:InpatientNursing homeOutpatientAbility to commute/relocate:Broome, NY 13760: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Experience:Nursing: 1 year (Required)Pay Rate:$68,000/yr - $72,000/yr#INDHPEmpowering People's Independence(EPI)1650 South AvenueRochester, N.Y. 14620Call or Text us at (585)204-0896recruiter@epiny.orgby Jobble

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