Registered Nurse - Adult Day Services **$5,000 Sign-On Bonus**

REGISTERED NURSE - ADULT DAY SERVICES
Full Time Monday-Friday
Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $90,000 / year

About DDI:

Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI, is one of the largest providers of care to children and adults with Autism, developmental disabilities and other special needs. DDI has been a part of Long Island for over 50 years serving over 1,500 children and adults with Autism, other developmental disabilities and special needs. DDI provides innovative and expansive services to our population through various educational settings, residential services, day habilitation programs and vocational services. 

What You'll Do:     

• Serves as medical liaison for IDT team, ensuring proper medical follow-up


• Participates in IDT conferences, as required.


• Assesses injuries/accidents to ensure individuals receive proper medical care.


• Implements written plan for each person. Modifies nursing plan as necessary.


• Maintains medical records for each individual.


• Participates as appropriate in planning and implementation of training of DDI personnel.


• Accompanies individuals to medical appointments if necessary.


• Ensure proper medical follow-up through on call system.


• Ensures all medications are administered and stored as necessary.


• Attends monthly Nursing Meetings.


• Completes appropriate incident reporting paperwork as required.


• Ensures compliance with OPWDD regulatory standards.


• Liaison with family members regarding medical issues.


• Preparation of monthly Medication Administration Records.

What You Need for the Role:     

• N.Y. State Registered Nurse License required


• N.Y. State Driver’s License preferred


• Knowledge of OPWDD Regulations preferred


• Experience with ID/DD population preferred

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.


• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.


• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.


• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.


• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.


• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.


• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.


• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.


• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.


• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient


• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic


• A good communicator and team player


• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the DDI team!

When you join our team, you become part of the DDI Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the DDI Family. 

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.