Director of Nursing Services

$145,000 / year

PURPOSE: The Mishkon Division provides supports and services in a healthy and safe environment for individuals with intellectual/ developmental disabilities (IDD) living in residential programs and in community settings. Our core values are to provide a healthy and safe environment that promotes person centered planning, community integration, and close collaboration with families and the community. This is all accomplished through an Orthodox Jewish lens, and with an understanding that staff, at all levels of the division, is the determining factor in achieving positive outcomes for our clients. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Nursing (DON) is a key member of the agency’s leadership team and is responsible for the overall clinical and operational management of the Nursing Department. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high‑quality, person-centered nursing services across OPWDD and DOH certified ICF programs, and provides strategic direction that supports optimal health outcomes, regulatory compliance, and organizational excellence. The DON provides clinical, administrative, and regulatory leadership, with direct accountability for nursing standards, staffing oversight, quality assurance, and supports interdisciplinary care coordination. The position serves as a primary driver of nursing compliance and is instrumental in maintaining survey readiness and advancing quality improvement initiatives. The DON works closely with the IDD leadership and Medical Director and is responsible for providing regular clinical reporting to the Mishkon ICF leadership Team. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Nursing Leadership & Supervision: Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring, and performance management for RNs, and LPNs; ensure appropriate staffing, coverage, competency, and licensure across ICF programs Clinical & Nursing Services Oversight: Oversee nursing services and care planning; ensure comprehensive nursing assessments, quarterly/annual reviews, and integration of medical information into each individual’s IPP and electronic health record. Medication & AMAP Oversight: Supervise medication administration, inventory, and medication destruction, and AMAP practices; collaborate with pharmacies and medical providers to resolve issues and ensure medication safety and compliance. Care Coordination & Clinical Collaboration: Coordinate care with Medical Director, external consultants, and specialists (e.g., hospitals, nursing homes, wound care, dietitians); serve as a clinical resource for complex and high needs case planning. Policy, Procedures & Standardization: Collaborate with leadership to develop, implement, and monitor nursing policies, procedures, and operating standards to ensure safety, and quality of care across all residences. Recruiting, Training & Workforce Development: Recruit and onboard nursing staff; lead initial and ongoing nursing, AMAP, and DSP training in the Plan of Nursing Care (PONS); and ensure workforce readiness and regulatory compliance. Quality Improvement & Risk Management: Implement evidence-based quality initiatives; and proactively develop preventive care plans and monitor trends to improve care outcomes. Regulatory Compliance & Survey Readiness: Maintain compliance with OPWDD, DOH, and CMS requirements through internal audits, documentation review, reporting, and active participation in DOH/ OPWDD surveys and support POCA (plan of Corrective Action) completion process. Incident Management & Committees: Participate in Incident Review Committee, Human Rights Committee, and interdisciplinary team meetings; support incident response, follow-up, and systemic improvements. Assist with incident Corrective Action Plan (CAP) recommendations. On-Call & Operational Support: Provide consultation or coordinate coverage with on-call RN during afterhours as needed for medical, clinical, and departmental emergencies. Other: Duties as assigned to meet individual and program needs QUALIFICATIONS: NYS Registered Nurse Licensure Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred, or ANCC certification in appropriate Specialty. EXPERIENCE/ LANGUAGE: Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive leadership or supervisory experience in a clinical setting providing quality nursing support. A minimum of one year of supervisory experience within an OPWDD program is preferred. Knowledge of CMS, Department of Health, and/or OPWDD regulatory requirements Excellent communication and critical thinking skills Knowledge of electronic health records Ability to travel to multiple locations. Should possess effective oral and written communication skills and facilitate collaborative work with other agency disciplines. Familiarity with Orthodox Jewish practices preferred; training will be provided. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED: Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint are critical. Knowledge of EHR systems and ability to learn software programs including use of data and trends to inform clinical practice. VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: The visual and manual dexterity needed for this position include the ability to work on the computer typing reports and reviewing charts. There is also the need to speak frequently on the telephone, including a cellular phone. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL EFFORT: The position requires the ability to travel from sites as needed. There is walking in the residential programs up and down stairs and at times the ability to lift a social service chart/file. This is an in-person/onsite position.

Director of Nursing Services

The Jewish Board Brooklyn, NY

$145,000 / year

PURPOSE: The Mishkon Division provides supports and services in a healthy and safe environment for individuals with intellectual/ developmental disabilities (IDD) living in residential programs and in community settings. Our core values are to provide a healthy and safe environment that promotes person centered planning, community integration, and close collaboration with families and the community. This is all accomplished through an Orthodox Jewish lens, and with an understanding that staff, at all levels of the division, is the determining factor in achieving positive outcomes for our clients. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Director of Nursing (DON) is a key member of the agency’s leadership team and is responsible for the overall clinical and operational management of the Nursing Department. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high‑quality, person-centered nursing services across OPWDD and DOH certified ICF programs, and provides strategic direction that supports optimal health outcomes, regulatory compliance, and organizational excellence. The DON provides clinical, administrative, and regulatory leadership, with direct accountability for nursing standards, staffing oversight, quality assurance, and supports interdisciplinary care coordination. The position serves as a primary driver of nursing compliance and is instrumental in maintaining survey readiness and advancing quality improvement initiatives. The DON works closely with the IDD leadership and Medical Director and is responsible for providing regular clinical reporting to the Mishkon ICF leadership Team. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Nursing Leadership & Supervision: Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring, and performance management for RNs, and LPNs; ensure appropriate staffing, coverage, competency, and licensure across ICF programs Clinical & Nursing Services Oversight: Oversee nursing services and care planning; ensure comprehensive nursing assessments, quarterly/annual reviews, and integration of medical information into each individual’s IPP and electronic health record. Medication & AMAP Oversight: Supervise medication administration, inventory, and medication destruction, and AMAP practices; collaborate with pharmacies and medical providers to resolve issues and ensure medication safety and compliance. Care Coordination & Clinical Collaboration: Coordinate care with Medical Director, external consultants, and specialists (e.g., hospitals, nursing homes, wound care, dietitians); serve as a clinical resource for complex and high needs case planning. Policy, Procedures & Standardization: Collaborate with leadership to develop, implement, and monitor nursing policies, procedures, and operating standards to ensure safety, and quality of care across all residences. Recruiting, Training & Workforce Development: Recruit and onboard nursing staff; lead initial and ongoing nursing, AMAP, and DSP training in the Plan of Nursing Care (PONS); and ensure workforce readiness and regulatory compliance. Quality Improvement & Risk Management: Implement evidence-based quality initiatives; and proactively develop preventive care plans and monitor trends to improve care outcomes. Regulatory Compliance & Survey Readiness: Maintain compliance with OPWDD, DOH, and CMS requirements through internal audits, documentation review, reporting, and active participation in DOH/ OPWDD surveys and support POCA (plan of Corrective Action) completion process. Incident Management & Committees: Participate in Incident Review Committee, Human Rights Committee, and interdisciplinary team meetings; support incident response, follow-up, and systemic improvements. Assist with incident Corrective Action Plan (CAP) recommendations. On-Call & Operational Support: Provide consultation or coordinate coverage with on-call RN during afterhours as needed for medical, clinical, and departmental emergencies. Other: Duties as assigned to meet individual and program needs QUALIFICATIONS: NYS Registered Nurse Licensure Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred, or ANCC certification in appropriate Specialty. EXPERIENCE/ LANGUAGE: Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive leadership or supervisory experience in a clinical setting providing quality nursing support. A minimum of one year of supervisory experience within an OPWDD program is preferred. Knowledge of CMS, Department of Health, and/or OPWDD regulatory requirements Excellent communication and critical thinking skills Knowledge of electronic health records Ability to travel to multiple locations. Should possess effective oral and written communication skills and facilitate collaborative work with other agency disciplines. Familiarity with Orthodox Jewish practices preferred; training will be provided. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED: Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint are critical. Knowledge of EHR systems and ability to learn software programs including use of data and trends to inform clinical practice. VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: The visual and manual dexterity needed for this position include the ability to work on the computer typing reports and reviewing charts. There is also the need to speak frequently on the telephone, including a cellular phone. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL EFFORT: The position requires the ability to travel from sites as needed. There is walking in the residential programs up and down stairs and at times the ability to lift a social service chart/file. This is an in-person/onsite position.

RN

Full-time

2 months ago

RN Case Manager

The Jewish Board Borough Park, NY

POSITION OVERVIEW: The RN Case Manager is a direct link between medical services and the ICF/IRA residents and staff as well as with clinical professionals outside the program. The RN Case Manager is responsible for the complete nursing care and performance of all routine medical procedures within the scope of the nursing practice. The RN Case Manager is responsible for supervising LPN’s, AMAP and Direct Support Professionals (milieu counselors) in the performance of nursing tasks and activities. The RN must possess a working knowledge of OPWDD rules and regulations and JBFCS policies and procedures. The RN must be capable of supervising, understanding and working effectively with diverse populations. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician/Nurse Practitioner, in compliance with recognized nursing standards and State and Federal regulations. Uses nursing process to make continuing assessments of the individuals with developmental disabilities total health needs. Maintain direct interaction with consumers on a regular basis, but in no case, at a frequency of less than once per week. Perform nursing assessments, by direct physical examination, of each consumer upon entry into the program quarterly (at a minimum) thereafter. Develop and implement an individualized plan for nursing service. The nursing care plan must be updated at least annually or whenever there is significant change in the consumer’s condition. Coordinate all acute and ongoing health services, as indicated by need and regulatory mandate. Monitor health and behavioral status, labs and efficacy of prescribed treatments. Ensure timely communication of findings to appropriate clinical personnel. Ensure that all medical record documentation is accurate, timely and outcome based and reflected in the nursing notes. Provide initial and ongoing, but at a minimum frequency of annually, training to staff in all nursing tasks, functions, protective and preventive health measures that include but are not limited to: Appropriate health and hygiene methodologies Control of communicable diseases and infections Detection of signs and symptoms of illness, first aid for accidents or illness and basic skills required to meet the health needs of the consumers Client specific medical/health related issues Seizure management Ensure that training in the above noted areas is given to all new hires and per diems prior to their assuming client specific work assignments. Provide training and ongoing support to direct care staff regarding medication administration, tube feeding and diabetic care utilizing the standard curriculum approved by OPWDD. Conduct annual clinical performance evaluations for unlicensed direct support staff for procedures that include but are not limited to: medication administration, tube feeding and insulin administration. Evaluations must become part of the employee’s annual performance evaluation. Maintain documentation of all training curriculums, attendance and post training testing. Must have experience and ability in working with electronic health record management, electronic care coordination and electronic health record interface with external service providers. Active participant in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). All other duties, as assigned. CORE COMPETENCIES Translate research and other forms of knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes Communicate practice knowledge effectively, both orally and in writing participate in agency quality improvement projects to ensure best client outcomes Create a climate of patient-centered care to include confidentiality, privacy, comfort, emotional support, mutual trust, and respect. EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIRED: Active, unrestricted New York State license as a Registered Professional Nurse. Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years clinical experience in a hospital or primary care setting preferred. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/LANGUAGE PREFERENCE: Experience with the Intellectually Disabled population preferred. Managerial experience preferred. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Must be able to work independently and possess sound independent judgment and decision making skills. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications required. VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: The work environment involves no physical risk or hazardous conditions. To perform the essential functions of this job, the candidate is routinely required to sit (50% of the time) and stand (50% of the time) WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment involves no physical risk or hazardous conditions. If you join us, you’ll have these great benefits : Generous paid time off in addition to agency holidays and 15 sick days Sign On bonus eligible Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness Free continuing education opportunities 403(b) retirement benefits and a pension Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation 24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program Life and disability insurance Diversity, equity, and inclusion working groups that are available for you to join, including Confronting Structural Racism (COR), Coalition Against Anti-Semitism (CAAS), and the LGBTQ Steering Committee Who we are : The Jewish Board delivers innovative, high-quality, and compassionate mental health and social services to over 45,000 New Yorkers each year. We are unique in serving everyone from infants and their families to children, teens, and adults. We are proud to employ and serve people of all religions, races, cultural backgrounds, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams to help support our mission, and we strongly encourage candidates from historically marginalized backgrounds to apply to work with us.

RN

Full-time

2 months ago

RN Case Manager

The Jewish Board New York, NY

POSITION OVERVIEW: The RN Case Manager is a direct link between medical services and the ICF/IRA residents and staff as well as with clinical professionals outside the program. The RN Case Manager is responsible for the complete nursing care and performance of all routine medical procedures within the scope of the nursing practice. The RN Case Manager is responsible for supervising LPN’s, AMAP and Direct Support Professionals (milieu counselors) in the performance of nursing tasks and activities. The RN must possess a working knowledge of OPWDD rules and regulations and JBFCS policies and procedures. The RN must be capable of supervising, understanding and working effectively with diverse populations. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician/Nurse Practitioner, in compliance with recognized nursing standards and State and Federal regulations. Uses nursing process to make continuing assessments of the individuals with developmental disabilities total health needs. Maintain direct interaction with consumers on a regular basis, but in no case, at a frequency of less than once per week. Perform nursing assessments, by direct physical examination, of each consumer upon entry into the program quarterly (at a minimum) thereafter. Develop and implement an individualized plan for nursing service. The nursing care plan must be updated at least annually or whenever there is significant change in the consumer’s condition. Coordinate all acute and ongoing health services, as indicated by need and regulatory mandate. Monitor health and behavioral status, labs and efficacy of prescribed treatments. Ensure timely communication of findings to appropriate clinical personnel. Ensure that all medical record documentation is accurate, timely and outcome based and reflected in the nursing notes. Provide initial and ongoing, but at a minimum frequency of annually, training to staff in all nursing tasks, functions, protective and preventive health measures that include but are not limited to: Appropriate health and hygiene methodologies Control of communicable diseases and infections Detection of signs and symptoms of illness, first aid for accidents or illness and basic skills required to meet the health needs of the consumers Client specific medical/health related issues Seizure management Ensure that training in the above noted areas is given to all new hires and per diems prior to their assuming client specific work assignments. Provide training and ongoing support to direct care staff regarding medication administration, tube feeding and diabetic care utilizing the standard curriculum approved by OPWDD. Conduct annual clinical performance evaluations for unlicensed direct support staff for procedures that include but are not limited to: medication administration, tube feeding and insulin administration. Evaluations must become part of the employee’s annual performance evaluation. Maintain documentation of all training curriculums, attendance and post training testing. Must have experience and ability in working with electronic health record management, electronic care coordination and electronic health record interface with external service providers. Active participant in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). All other duties, as assigned. CORE COMPETENCIES Translate research and other forms of knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes Communicate practice knowledge effectively, both orally and in writing participate in agency quality improvement projects to ensure best client outcomes Create a climate of patient-centered care to include confidentiality, privacy, comfort, emotional support, mutual trust, and respect. EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIRED: Active, unrestricted New York State license as a Registered Professional Nurse. Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years clinical experience in a hospital or primary care setting preferred. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/LANGUAGE PREFERENCE: Experience with the Intellectually Disabled population preferred. Managerial experience preferred. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Must be able to work independently and possess sound independent judgment and decision making skills. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications required. VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: The work environment involves no physical risk or hazardous conditions. To perform the essential functions of this job, the candidate is routinely required to sit (50% of the time) and stand (50% of the time) WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment involves no physical risk or hazardous conditions. If you join us, you’ll have these great benefits : Generous paid time off in addition to agency holidays and 15 sick days Sign On bonus eligible Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness Free continuing education opportunities 403(b) retirement benefits and a pension Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation 24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program Life and disability insurance Diversity, equity, and inclusion working groups that are available for you to join, including Confronting Structural Racism (COR), Coalition Against Anti-Semitism (CAAS), and the LGBTQ Steering Committee Who we are : The Jewish Board delivers innovative, high-quality, and compassionate mental health and social services to over 45,000 New Yorkers each year. We are unique in serving everyone from infants and their families to children, teens, and adults. We are proud to employ and serve people of all religions, races, cultural backgrounds, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams to help support our mission, and we strongly encourage candidates from historically marginalized backgrounds to apply to work with us.

RN

Part-time

2 weeks ago

Field Registered Nurse - ACT (Part time )

The Jewish Board New York, NY

POSITION OVERVIEW: As a member of the ACT team, the RN is responsible for providing a range of treatment to clients with a SPMI/SUD, rehabilitation and support services within the scope of the nursing practice for the clients receiving services from our ACT teams across the city. S/he is responsible for conducting initial nursing assessments and ongoing health monitoring assessments; assessing physical health needs; making appropriate referrals to community physicians as needed, providing medical case management and administration of medication in conjunction with the prescriptions/orders of psychiatrist, PNP, and medical providers. The majority of this role is conducted in the community and is not site specific. Each nurse will work with a primary program and may also work with other JB programs across the city. The RN will be supervised by the Program Director/Nursing leadership. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Carry a caseload and complete initial and ongoing nursing assessments. Conduct weekly visits thereafter for clients currently residing in homeless shelters and assigned to the ACT program and/or in client’s homes or elsewhere in the community where the client is accessible. Develop a treatment plan with the team, based on clients’ needs. Ensure that any medical diagnoses are addressed and the client will be educated as to conditions and signs and symptoms. Complete nursing assessments and health monitoring assessments within appropriate timeframes. Will follow/implement all direction from Psychiatrist or PNP regarding medical treatments and medication orders. Will administer prescribed and/or routine medical treatments, support clients and staff with self-administration of medication procedures and evaluate for potential side effects or adverse reactions. Ensure that all internal policies regarding such administration are adhered to. RN will partner with our clients, in a respectful, encouraging way to promote healthy lifestyle changes within a harm reduction framework, with shared decision-making practices. Will coordinate and deliver medications to the client’s residence or shelter, be responsible for medication counts, follow-up the pharmacies (i.e. refills, insurance authorizations etc) and administering medication to clients. Make referrals, schedule appointments and accompany the client when required. Make visits to hospitalized clients to coordinate care. Provide advocacy for hospitalized clients. Assist with follow up care to promote complete recovery. Function as a liaison between external medical health care providers, shelters, other community organizations and the ACT team with regards to the client’s medical needs. Responsible for health education and communicating information regarding good health practices to the clients under RN's care. Train staff in these practices as well so as to provide continuous health support to clients. Facilitate groups. Respond to medical emergencies as appropriate. Perform all necessary charting and other documentation as required by internal practice and external regulatory bodies within a timely manner. Follow-up and monitor lab results for any indications of change for medication and toxicology; communicate such change(s) to the psychiatrist and PNP. Act as medical representative at interdisciplinary mental health team meetings. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS MAY INCLUDE: • And other duties as assigned. EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIRED (List all that is required to achieve this position): RN or BSN in nursing and New York State registration EXPERIENCE REQUIRED / LANGUAGE PREFERENCE: • Experience in a residential setting or in mental/behavioral health field strongly preferred. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED (List the computer skills needed): Should feel comfortable utilizing an electronic health records, Microsoft word, excel and outlook VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: The work environment involves no physical risk or hazardous conditions. The candidate should be able to read documents for analytical purposes such as health charts, spreadsheets, etc. Possess the manual dexterity necessary for handling medical equipment, administering medications, and performing clinical procedures. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL EFFORT Should be comfortable with public transportation, traveling in the community, as this position requires 80% of the time in the field and 20% in the office. This individual should be comfortable walking and standing for long periods of time. In addition, the candidate should be comfortable administering injections in non-clinical/non-traditional settings. Ability to walk, sit, stand, and bend as necessary to assess and provide care to clients effectively in various settings. Maintain the physical stamina to perform nursing duties throughout the shift, including prolonged periods of standing and walking, while remaining attentive to patient needs. Ability to navigate a variety of environments, including tight spaces, while maintaining a focus on patient care and safety. If you join us, you’ll have these great benefits: Generous paid time off in addition to agency holidays and 15 sick days Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness Free continuing education opportunities 403(b) retirement benefits and a pension Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation 24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program Life and disability insurance Who we are: The Jewish Board delivers innovative, high-quality, and compassionate mental health and social services to over 45,000 New Yorkers each year. We are unique in serving everyone from infants and their families to children, teens, and adults. We are proud to employ and serve people of all religions, races, cultural backgrounds, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams to help support our mission, and we strongly encourage candidates from historically marginalized backgrounds to apply to work with us. More on Equal Opportunity:

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