Assistant Nurse Supervisor

Overview

• Provide clinical leadership and administrative oversight to nursing staff within the Developmental Disabilities Division.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centered health services adhering to OPWDD regulations and internal policies.
• Foster a culture of clinical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement in healthcare practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance health outcomes and quality of life for supported individuals.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff, promoting professional development and clinical competence.
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Participate in oversight committees to support ethical and effective care practices.
• Lead medication reviews and collaborate with prescribers and pharmacy services for safe pharmacological management.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Supervise nursing staff, conducting performance evaluations and fostering professional growth through mentoring and training.
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations and organizational policies through audits and corrective actions.
• Analyze health trends to identify improvement areas and propose process enhancements to interdisciplinary teams.
• Audit health records for regulatory compliance and implement strategies to improve documentation accessibility and integrity.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to develop and review person-centered care and treatment plans.
• Provide medical expertise to internal committees, supporting ethical and effective care practices.
• Lead medication reviews, ensuring pharmacological treatments are safe and effective.
• Collaborate with pharmacy services to address medication concerns and optimize treatment plans.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Associate's Degree in Nursing acceptable.
• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in developmental disabilities or community-based settings.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Supervisory or leadership experience in healthcare or human services environments preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and external providers.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills to manage priorities and ensure timely follow-through.
• Experience with OPWDD regulations and policies strongly preferred.