Registered Nurse - Brooklyn; Residential Services

Job Overview

We are looking for a full‑time Registered Nurse to support adults with developmental disabilities at a residential program in Brooklyn. This position includes a $10,000 sign‑on bonus and requires one weekend day per week (Tuesday‑Saturday or Sunday‑Thursday).

• Serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team and coordinate health‑care services for assigned residents.
• Conduct training for staff in medical administration, personal hygiene, first aid, dental hygiene, infection control, adaptive equipment, vital signs, signs and symptoms of illness, and other in‑services as needed.
• Control communicable diseases and infections through identification, assessment, reporting to consulting physician, and implementation of appropriate protective measures.
• Develop, supervise, review, and revise each resident’s written health‑care plan according to physician instructions and assessments.
• Integrate therapeutic intervention techniques into programs or homes of the person served through consultation with parent/guardian and staff at team meetings, case conferences, or other informal contacts.
• Develop written plans for nursing services as part of total habilitation programs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and annual reviews.
• Monitor staff health records and provide tests per regulatory requirements.
• Provide immediate first aid with referral to outside emergency services or private physician.
• Maintain scheduling system for all appointments, schedule appointments, and follow up on physician recommendations.
• Keep accurate records of examinations, immunizations, illnesses, accidents, and other data via progress notes.
• Administer medications as appropriate and supervise AMAP certified staff in medication administration.
• Provide supervision and training for Licensed Practical Nurses and less experienced Registered Nurses during their tenure at the agency.
• Monitor progress for self‑administration of medication.
• Obtain consents for surgery of residents.
• Review diagnostic work and consult.
• Attend team meetings as scheduled.
• Attend to individuals’ medical conditions and quarterly examinations as indicated.
• Keep abreast of changes in the nursing field.
• Participate in medical reviews for individuals.
• Carry agency cell phone and be on‑call; respond to physician treatment plan questions.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

• License and current registration as a Registered Nurse in the state of New York.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, individuals, families, and outside contacts.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Knowledge of equipment typically used by persons receiving services, including wheelchairs and adaptive devices.
• Willingness to work at various program sites.

• Graduate of an accredited program of professional nursing.
• At least one year of experience as a Registered Nurse in the delivery of community‑based health services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

$57/hour – $63/hour plus a $10,000 sign‑on bonus. Industry‑leading benefits for all full‑time employees.

ADAPT Community Network is a proud equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging and aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce.