NURSE Dunkirk, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1020+Central+Ave.+Dunkirk+NY+USA+14048) Job Type Full-time Description Position Data: Title:Nurse Grade:E8AExempt: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.Hours per week 35: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm. Security Clearance:Level 3 V, A, C, R Requirements 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. • 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. • Works compassionately with a diverse population • Experience navigating community programs