Nurse Chautauqua Opportunities 17 W. Courtney Street Dunkirk , NY 14048 Classified - Position - Other (Classified) Job Number 3300047670 Start Date Open Date 06/06/2024 Closing Date Position Data: Title: Nurse Grade: E8A Exempt Non-Exempt: X Reports to: Center Director Basic Function or Position Summary: Provide opportunity for optimum health to families and children through nutrition, health education, screenings and referrals to healthcare providers based on assessment and need. Security Clearance: Level 3 V, A, C, R Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties: + Facilitates integration of service delivery between Early Care and Education to eliminate redundancy and ensure highest levels of services are provided to children and families. + Maintain knowledge and ensure compliance of Early Care and Education. + Provides oversight, review and approval of health records and health histories. + Develops and tracks health care plans, including special diets and medications. + Documents children's incidents. + Provides education, training and technical assistance to staff, volunteers and families. + Works cooperatively with management, staff, and parents to promote positive health outcomes while ensuring compliance. + Completes children's screenings within 45 days of enrollment and initiates referrals for evaluation. + Facilitates community referrals, including access to a medical home for children and families. + Facilitates and coordinates services to pregnant women. + Maintains awareness of new developments/trends, which may impact service delivery. + Manages and material resources by controlling expenses and minimizing waste. + Maintains knowledge (professional and technical) of current practices through education, training, workshops, conferences, and establishing professional and personal networks. + Meets or exceeds required training hours. + Maintains complete information on CAPSYS and mandated health files. + Maintains and initiates contact with families such as attendance, health information or result of an illness or incident. + Assists in transitioning of children's records. + Administers medication in accordance with Federal and State regulations. + Performs assessments of children's health status. + Promotes positive agency image. + Participates in the larger team of the agency through committee structures, management systems, planning, policy development and volunteerism as designated. + Ensures confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics. + Assist with maintaining inventory and ordering supplies/equipment. + Maintains consistent professional customer service. + Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. + Other duties as designated by supervisor. Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Early Care and Education team, COI management team, staff and customers B. External: Community agency representatives, funders / partners, and local Health providers Supervisory Scope: A. Number of staff supervised: 0 B. Titles supervised: N/A Organizational Responsibilities: + Ongoing tracking, monitoring and reporting, including health outcomes. + Assists in policy, procedure and program plan updates + Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate + Participates in organizational and divisional management systems Knowledge, Skills Required: + LPN Degree required; RN Degree preferred. + Knowledge of health and wellness focus beneficial. + Experience in public health- pre-natal, field beneficial. + Knowledge of health, nutrition, and local and state regulations beneficial. + Ability to work as an effective team member/leader. + Strong computer skills. + Maintain positive and cooperative relationships internally and externally. + Excellent organizational skills including documentation and charting. Special Requirements, if any: + Ability to maintain Nursing Licensure. + Completes all OCFS requirements. + Ability to obtain initial health physical including TB test. + Maintain a current Driver's license. + Ability to travel within New York State and occasional trips outside NYS. + Ability to work flexible hours. + Lifting requirements: up to 50 lbs. + Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times. + Must be able to provide proof of Covid Vaccine. + Works compassionately with a diverse population + Experience navigating community programs Job Attachment View Attachment Itinerant Location Dunkirk, NY Salary: From 17.33 Salary: To 26.49 Salary Competitive Y Position Status Full time Job Posting Link https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2221281