RN - OPWDD

Talent Link Group is seeking compassionate, detail-oriented, and dedicated Registered Nurses
(RNs) to provide high-quality nursing services within residential, community-based, and OPWDD
settings throughout New York. As a valued member of the interdisciplinary team, the RN will
coordinate healthcare services, oversee medical care plans, provide staff training, monitor individual
health outcomes, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and professional nursing
standards.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a team
committed to excellence, person-centered care, and improving quality of life for individuals receiving
services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical and Nursing Services

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized healthcare plans.
• Coordinate and oversee healthcare services for assigned residential programs.
• Develop, implement, review, and revise written healthcare plans in accordance with physician
orders and individual needs.
• Monitor health outcomes and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by healthcare providers.
• Supervise medication administration performed by AMAP-certified staff and ensure
compliance with agency policies.
• Monitor progress toward self-administration of medications when appropriate.
• Review physician reports, diagnostic testing, laboratory work, and specialist consultations.
• Attend to routine and urgent medical needs, including quarterly and annual health
examinations.
• Provide immediate nursing interventions, first aid, and emergency response services as
needed.

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, annual reviews, case conferences, and care
planning meetings.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, guardians, family members, and support staff to
ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate treatment recommendations and nursing interventions to team members.
• Coordinate medical follow-up and ensure implementation of physician recommendations.

Training and Staff Development
• Provide training and education to direct support professionals and residential staff on:
o Medication administration
o Infection control
o Personal hygiene
o Basic first aid
o Vital signs monitoring
o Dental care
o Adaptive equipment usage
o Identification of signs and symptoms of illness
o Health and safety procedures
• Mentor and supervise Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and newly hired Registered Nurses.
• Facilitate ongoing staff development and in-service training programs.

Healthcare Coordination
• Schedule and track medical appointments, specialty consultations, and follow-up visits.
• Maintain systems to ensure timely completion of healthcare appointments and physician
recommendations.
• Obtain necessary consents for medical procedures and surgeries.
• Coordinate healthcare services with external providers and community resources.

Infection Control and Regulatory Compliance
• Monitor and manage communicable diseases and infections.
• Implement infection prevention and control protocols.
• Train staff on infection control practices and health-related procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, OPWDD, and agency regulations.
• Monitor required staff health records and ensure completion of regulatory testing
requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.

Documentation
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within electronic and paper medical records.
• Record examinations, immunizations, illnesses, accidents, treatments, and nursing
interventions.
• Complete progress notes, assessments, and other required clinical documentation.
• Participate in quality assurance and healthcare audits as required.

On-Call Responsibilities
• Carry agency-issued communication devices when assigned.
• Participate in on-call rotation as required.
• Respond to questions and concerns regarding physician orders, treatments, and healthcare
needs.

Additional Responsibilities
• Participate in medical reviews and quality improvement initiatives.
• Remain current with developments and best practices within the nursing profession.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations and quality care delivery.

Qualifications

Required
• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) License in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS Certification.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong assessment, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred
• One (1) year of nursing experience in:
o OPWDD services
o Residential care
o Community-based healthcare
o Developmental disabilities services
o Behavioral health
o Home care or long-term care settings

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Knowledge of nursing standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of developmental disabilities and person-centered care principles.
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment, wheelchairs, and assistive devices.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with individuals served,
families, staff, and healthcare providers.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, compassion, and advocacy.

Work Environment
Services may be provided in:
• Residential Group Homes
• Community-Based Programs
• Day Habilitation Programs
• Clinics
• Healthcare Facilities
• OPWDD Programs
• Community Settings
Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, employees may be required to:
• Stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, and reach.
• Push, pull, lift, and transfer individuals when necessary.
• Utilize manual dexterity to handle medical equipment and documentation.
• Communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
• Possess close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations

We prioritize excellence in staffing by carefully selecting candidates with clear backgrounds and solid references. Our mission is to provide compassionate, capable teams dedicated to the well-being of those they care for. By maintaining our commitment to quality, we aim to enrich the lives of both the clients we support and the professionals we employ.