Adult Day Care Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Overview: Bushwick Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dedicated team at our Adult Day Care. This role is focused on delivering high-quality clinical assessments, care planning, and ongoing support for residents through the New York State Uniform Assessment System (UAS-NY).

As part of our interdisciplinary care team, the ideal candidate will be a compassionate, detail-oriented professional who is experienced in conducting in-person assessments, developing individualized care plans, and working closely with residents, families, and healthcare providers to promote resident well-being and regulatory compliance.

Duties:

• Perform thorough in-person clinical evaluations for existing residents according to UAS standards, agency policies, and state laws.

• Create individualized service plans and determine eligibility for ongoing participation through detailed UAS assessments.

• Evaluate potential new residents by considering clinical, social, and environmental factors to establish appropriate levels of care ensuring safety and well-being.

• Gather and analyze clinical information from multiple sources to support patient care decisions based on clinical guidelines and professional judgment.

• Maintain clear and effective communication with residents, family members, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to guarantee assessment accuracy.

• Apply a strong understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable populations with chronic or complex bio-psychosocial needs.

• Ensure all assessments meet regulatory and organizational requirements.

Requirements:

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• UAS-NY Certification required

• Experience or familiarity with UAS-NY strongly preferred.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.

• Self-motivated with the capability to work independently.

• Proficient computer skills and fluent English communication.

• Prior experience in MLTC or Managed Medicaid environments is a plus.