Day Program Nurse/Nurse Educator

Monday–Friday | Days Only | No Nights | No Weekends | No Holidays

Over 4 Weeks of PTO Starting in Your First Year!

Are you ready to leave behind the endless weekends, rotating shifts, mandatory overtime, and holiday schedules?

Imagine a nursing career where you can make a profound difference in people's lives, build meaningful relationships, educate and mentor staff, and still have your evenings, weekends, and holidays free.

At Richmond Community Services (RCS), we're looking for an exceptional Registered Nurse to serve as both a Day Program Nurse and Nurse Educator, supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a person-centered, community-based setting.

This isn't just another nursing job. It's an opportunity to use your clinical expertise to improve lives while achieving the work-life balance you've always wanted.

Why Nurses Love This Role

✅ Monday through Friday Schedule

✅ No Nights

✅ No Weekends

✅ No Major Holidays

✅ Over 4 Weeks of PTO to Start

✅ Comprehensive Benefits Package

✅ 403(b) Retirement Plan

✅ Professional Development Opportunities

✅ Supportive Leadership Team

✅ Meaningful Mission-Driven Work

What You'll Do

As the Day Program Nurse & Nurse Educator, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the individuals we support while helping staff develop the skills they need to provide outstanding care.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Monitor and coordinate healthcare services for individuals attending Day Habilitation programs
• Conduct nursing assessments and health reviews
• Communicate with physicians, specialists, pharmacies, and interdisciplinary team members
• Review medical documentation and physician orders
• Assist with medication and treatment oversight
• Support health-related goals and person-centered outcomes
• Respond to health concerns and provide nursing guidance

Nurse Educator Responsibilities

• Train and mentor Direct Support Professionals and program staff
• Provide health-related education and coaching
• Support compliance with OPWDD regulations and Agency policies
• Assist with competency validation and skills development
• Promote best practices in health services and person-centered supports

Who We're Looking For

You are a nurse who:

• Loves teaching and mentoring others
• Enjoys building relationships rather than rushing from patient to patient
• Values teamwork and collaboration
• Wants to work in a mission-driven environment
• Is passionate about improving the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Believes nursing is about both clinical excellence and human connection

Qualifications

• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
• Experience in developmental disabilities, community health, education, long-term care, case management, or related settings preferred
• Knowledge of OPWDD services is a plus
• Valid driver's license preferred

The Best Part?

Every day, you'll have the opportunity to help people live healthier, fuller, and more independent lives while enjoying a schedule that allows you to be present for your own family, friends, and personal interests.

If you're looking for a nursing career with purpose, stability, exceptional work-life balance, and a team that truly values your expertise, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and discover why nurses are making the move to Richmond Community Services.

Your evenings belong to you. Your weekends belong to you. Your holidays belong to you. Your nursing career can still make a difference. 

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