RN Coordinator

Innovative Resources for Independence (IRI) is seeking an experienced RN Coordinator to join the Clinical Services team. As an RN Coordinator, you will lead the health care of the people we support in a cluster of residential programs.

About IRI:

IRI is a dynamic nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Queens, Nassau, Suffolk, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive living environment that fosters personal growth and encourages independence, utilizing technology and innovative tools. At IRI, we strive to guarantee individuals dignity, fulfillment and inclusion while providing services with excellence, compassion and mutual respect for individuals, families and employees.

Position Summary:

Innovative Resources for Independence (IRI) is seeking a compassionate and experienced RN Coordinator to lead and supervise a small team of nurses in our organization. The RN Coordinator will play a crucial role in overseeing medical emergencies, ensuring timely triage, and coordinating medication administration programs. This role also includes ensuring ongoing training, certification, and supervision of Auxiliary Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) staff in a cluster of residential programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a small team of nurses
• Oversee medical emergencies and secure timely triage
• Ensure nursing team certifies/re-certifies and properly supervises Auxiliary Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP staff) on an ongoing basis
• Oversee and coordinate medication administration programs to ensure that all staff is well trained and up to date in their certifications.
• Ensure medical records are kept up to date and in compliance with governing regulations
• Liaise with external medical providers, pharmacies, and treatment facilities to ensure proper care

About You:

You are the ideal candidate if you are passionate about building a successful career while making a positive impact in the community and empowering individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to live the life of their choice. If you're looking to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, this position is for you.

• You have at least a Bachelor’s degree
• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in nursing practice in delivering health care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity
• You have minimum of 1 year of OPWDD experience
• Must have a car with a valid driver's license in good standing
• You have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• You are organized and detail-oriented
• You are technology savvy
• You are a strong team player and highly energetic

What We Offer:

• Strong team environment
• Professional growth opportunities
• Coaching from executive level staff
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Care benefits with premiums substantially paid by IRI for employees, employee families and domestic partners
• Generous vacation, holiday, sick time and personal time off benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short Term Disability and Workers Compensation benefits
• Paid Family Leave Program
• Employee Recognition Awards

Innovative Resources for Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employee. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
• people with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• NYS RN (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000