Qualification and Competencies

Registered Professional Nurse (RN) by the New York State Education Department. BSN Degree preferred.
At least one (1) year clinical experience providing assessment and treatment to individuals suffering with severe mental illness preferred.
Ability to implement and manage change in a fast-paced growing business environment.
Demonstrates organizational and communication skills which would enable effective interaction with agency staff, clients/families and the community.
Critical thinking and sound judgment skills are necessary.

General Description

Responsible for providing wellness education and wellness checks to clients in the Supportive Housing, Mobile Residential Team with an emphasis on prevention.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop individualized support, wellness, and health action plans with clients, including coaching on weight management, nutrition, stress management, smoking cessation, and other meaningful health goals.
Conduct wellness checks, health-risk assessments, biometric screenings, and other individualized programs to identify and address risks such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and heart disease.
Provide health education, including diabetes self-management and co-morbidity education, and monitor programs in accordance with expectations and funding requirements.
Coordinate care with housing staff, Health Homes, treatment teams, and other providers; participate in hospital discharge planning and arrange post-discharge services, equipment, and in-home follow-up.
Monitor medication regimens as requested and provide clinical expertise, guidance, and education to team members.
Document education, activities, interventions, and all required records accurately and promptly in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Participate in staff meetings, supervision, agency meetings, committees, and relevant workshops or conferences; follow agency policies and complete other assigned duties.

Location:

Office: 1976 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510
Field: Nassau County, NY

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