Registered Nurse

Do you envision working as a Nurse in an environment that promotes well-being for all.including YOU?

Join our dynamic, caring team of Nurses at Anderson Center for Autism, where you can make a lasting impact on the lives of others - while having what you need to likewise thrive.

At Anderson Center for Autism, we truly value our team members, who work hard - and with heart - every day to optimize the Quality of Life for individuals with autism. And we believe that they, too, deserve a wonderful quality of life - which is why we offer so much more than our very comprehensive benefits package. With vacation, holiday and sick time, nurses enjoy up to six weeks of paid time off in the first year, access to our employee wellness program, socialization opportunities, special staff appreciation events and experiences, and much, much more.

As a Nurse at Anderson Center for Autism, you will play an instrumental role on the clinical team at our serene, restorative, beautiful Hudson Valley campus in Staatsburg, New York. In addition to providing nursing care, treatment, and support to students and residents with autism at every age and stage of life, you will serve as a valuable resource for staff and administration. We have a compassionate, cohesive group of colleagues which creates a real sense of community here - and youll have the opportunity to enjoy flexible scheduling and generous time between on-call responsibilities.

We hire both new graduate and experienced nurses and provide an extensive training and mentorship experience to everyone on our nursing team.

Pay Range: $38.46 - $43.78 hourly; based on experience, education, and Developmental Disabilities certification.

We offer a flexible 8hr workdaywith generous time between on-call responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

Responses to calls reporting changes in conditions are investigated and followed up in a timely manner.
Documentation of findings is clear and spells out action taken and outcome. Includes dissemination of information to all appropriate team members.
Physician is notified of all changes in condition when necessary in an appropriate and timely manner.
Information obtained at committees/meetings is shared with appropriate staff.
Any medication related issues, i. e., side effects, adverse effects, allergic reaction, and/or lack of expected response to medication are identified accurately, treated appropriately, shared with appropriate staff, and documented clearly.
Nurse is available to answer any questions that may arise. Families and staff are notified of medical issues; medication changes; and other related issues as they occur.
Communication is done in a professional manner promoting a clear understanding of information.

Requirements:

Must have a current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse (generous compensation for certification in Developmental Disabilities Nursing).
Experience with the Autistic/Developmentally Disabled population preferred, but will train the right candidate
Must complete one week orientation and maintain training or qualifications as they relate to Anderson Center for Autism

Benefits:

College partnerships that provide discounts
Scholarships available.
403B with company match
Agency Sponsored activities (Volleyball, Bowling, etc.)
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
And much more, see link below

Anderson Center for Autism offers our Employees a generous benefits package:

This position description in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties to be performed by the person filling this position. The person in the position may be required to perform other duties as necessitated by the situation or requested by his/her supervisor.

EOE

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