Job Description

Now Hiring: Residential Director of Nursing

Location: NY

Department: Residential Services / Clinical Department

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

About the Role

HASC Center is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as our Residential Director of Nursing. In this leadership role, you will oversee the nursing team across multiple residences, ensuring the highest quality of person-centered healthcare for individuals with developmental disabilities.

You’ll be responsible for clinical oversight, staff management, and professional development, while ensuring compliance with all OPWDD, Department of Health (DOH), and HASC Center regulations. This is a key role for an RN who is not only clinically strong but also passionate about leadership and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise, mentor, and guide a team of residential nurses
• Manage nursing schedules, assignments, and on-call coverage
• Conduct performance evaluations and foster professional growth
• Lead nursing team meetings and policy updates
• Train and onboard new nursing staff

Quality Assurance & Oversight

• Ensure care aligns with Life Plans, physician orders, and best practices
• Oversee AMAP medication administration policies and compliance
• Perform clinical assessments and site visits across residences
• Provide guidance to nurses and Direct Support Professionals on complex health issues

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to OPWDD, DOH, and Justice Center regulations
• Oversee incident reporting and investigations
• Prepare for and participate in audits, surveys, and reviews
• Maintain accurate and confidential clinical documentation

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as a liaison with families, guardians, and medical providers
• Partner with Residential Directors and department heads for integrated care
• Communicate significant health updates and emergencies in a timely manner

Qualifications & Skills

License & Education:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State (required)
• BSN strongly preferred

Experience:

• 3–5 years of nursing experience (required)
• 2+ years working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in an OPWDD setting (required)
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience (preferred)

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of OPWDD regulations, AMAP, and incident management
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to train, mentor, and support staff
• Highly organized with strong multitasking skills across multiple sites
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between NYC residential sites

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals we serve while growing your leadership career in nursing.

HASC Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Experience Required

Experience not specified