Registered Nurse (per diem)

Rochester, NY

TES Staffing is excited to partner with a small, independent school in Rochester that joyfully supports children with special health care needs. We are currently seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join their dedicated team.

Position Details

Schedule: Per Diem
Employment Type: Direct Hire

Exceptional Benefits

Generous PTO:
- 25 paid holidays
- 4 weeks PTO
- Paid break between Christmas and New Year’s
- Paid 4th of July week
- Sick time included
90% employer-paid medical coverage (including vision and dental)
401(k) with immediate contribution and 5% employer match after one year

Essential Responsibilities

Daily Care & Clinical Duties

Complete daily health assessments for all children in care.
Perform routine health tasks and monitor attendance, communicating absences to the team.
Ensure accurate completion of intake forms, medication records, progress notes, and parent communication logs.
Collaborate with the RN Care Manager regarding ongoing patient needs.
Make nursing decisions related to Daystar Kids medical respite services.

Health Monitoring & Quality of Care

Ensure participants follow health policies outlined in the Parent Handbook.
Identify significant changes in health status and respond appropriately.
Evaluate child and family responses to medications, therapies, and activities.
Maintain high-quality care in alignment with therapeutic standards and state regulations.
Recommend care adjustments as needed.

Safety, Compliance & Documentation

Adhere to infection control policies, medication administration procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
Maintain strict confidentiality of all protected health information in accordance with HIPAA.
Maintain compliance with OPWDD policies, nursing service plans (PONS), and agency procedures.
Document all health-related information accurately and promptly.
Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment that meets Daystar Kids’ sanitizing requirements.

Collaboration & Family Engagement

Communicate daily with parents/guardians about each child’s health status and progress.
Work closely with medical personnel and multidisciplinary team members to support each child’s well-being.
Attend Parent/Teacher conferences as needed to review health needs and goals.
Participate in team-based problem-solving to address child-specific concerns.

Training & Professional Development

Maintain competency in health and safety standards from the first month of employment onward.
Complete a minimum of 15 hours of approved annual training on child health and safety.
Complete 30 hours of NYS-required training every two years.
Attend staff meetings, workshops, conferences, and professional development activities.

Additional Duties

Support child engagement and supervision alongside the multidisciplinary team.
Build positive relationships with children, families, coworkers, providers, and volunteers.
Serve as an ambassador by upholding customer service and program values.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2–4 years of pediatric or acute care experience preferred.
Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
Current infant and child BLS certification.
PEARS certification (or completion within one year of hire).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to work effectively with children who have special health care and developmental needs.
Demonstrated compassion, patience, and emotional resilience.
Commitment to diversity and inclusive care.
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work well with multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient computer and documentation skills.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs routinely.
Ability to stand for long periods, sit, bend, and work in low positions to engage children.
Ability to move quickly from sitting to standing positions.
Regular use of hands, arms, verbal communication, and hearing.
Work environment may have a high noise level.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.