Nursing Support Administrator - Rn - Quality Improvement

Job Details

Job Location:

Commack, NY 11725

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $97,000.00 per year

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.

Seeking dedicated RN to oversee quality improvement in our Residential program, supporting individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to make a difference.

This RN provides broad clinical support across UCP’s residential programs. The nurse strengthens regulatory compliance, supports continuity of care, and assists with coverage needs across the agency. This role requires strong OPWDD experience, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to step into varied environments without losing accuracy or accountability.

• Clinical and Compliance Support
  • Conduct scheduled and unscheduled chart reviews and audits for all residential sites to ensure compliance with OPWDD and agency standards.
  • Identify documentation gaps and follow up with residence nurses and supervisors to correct issues promptly.
  • Assist with the creation, revision, and training of PONS for individuals across programs.
  • Reinforce and support implementation of nursing policies and procedures, escalating concerns when required.
  • Monitor and support utilization of electronic MAR and health records to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Medication Management
  • Complete AMAP pourings as assigned and ensure medications are prepared accurately and in compliance with agency protocols.
  • Provide coaching to AMAP staff when patterns of medication errors or knowledge gaps are identified.
• Coverage and Support
  • Provide RN coverage for residences with vacant nursing roles, maintaining continuity of care, medical follow-up, and required documentation.
  • Support residential teams during transitions, complex medical events, or surveys and survey preparation.
• On‑Call Responsibilities
  • Participate in the nursing on‑call rotation, providing timely and appropriate guidance to DSPs, supervisors, and residence nurses.
  • Document all calls in accordance with agency standards and ensure follow‑up occurs within the required timeframe.
• Training and Staff Development
  • Deliver training and coaching to DSPs, AMAP personnel, and residential leadership as assigned.
  • Support corrective action and re‑training efforts following incidents, audits, or survey findings.

• Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• 5+ years of nursing experience preferred.
• 1 to 2 years related OPWDD experience and/or training with working knowledge of OPWDD regulations, AMAP guidelines, medication administration practices, PONS development, and documentation standards preferred.
• Valid NYS driver’s license.
• Ability to participate in on‑call rotation.
• Responsible for monitoring and assisting in the overall health and safety of the individuals served.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 4 Weeks Paid Vacation
• Generous Sick and Personal Time off
• Holiday Pay
• Defined Contribution Pension
• Optional 403B Retirement Plan
• Voluntary AFLAC Benefits
• Free, Company Sponsored Base Life Insurance
• Paid Trainings
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for Advancement

UCP of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer.