Registered Nurse in Buffalo, NY

Salary Range: $89,686 to $97,912 Annually

The Western New York DDSO is seeking Registered Nurse positions in Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara and Orleans Counties.

As a licensed practical nurse (LPN) at OPWDD you would be involved in the treatment of people with developmental disabilities under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). You would administer medications and injections; perform tube feedings; hang IVs; collect blood samples, if certified for venipuncture; provide colostomy care; observe patients and report changes in their condition; take and record temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure; obtain specimens for analysis and perform other medical procedures as ordered by a physician. You would prepare and apply simple dressings; bathe and feed; and care for people and their homes by performing such tasks as making beds, changing linen, lifting and moving people and caring for their personal effects.

Incredible Benefits! New York State benefits package includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits; NYS Pension & optional retirement accounts; Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave; Paid Holidays, Educational Benefits and more. OPWDD also participates in the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent; you must have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter.

For more information, call 716-517-2057 or apply with resume below.