Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront
of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and
opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping
children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in
the lives of more than 25,000 individuals. We do this through 50 programs in 70 locations
throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity shows
not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff
that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in Midtown Manhattan.

• Direct Supervision for all staff providing medical support to Individuals withing the
residential program.
• Ensure effective medical care with proper documentation.
• Ensure the medical well-being of the Individuals within a safe and clean
environment.
• Implement, monitor and supervise the Staff regarding trainings, delegated nursing
tasks and AMAP staff.
• 24-hour telephone triage with a 30-minute response time as per OPWDD regulations.
• Attends meetings as required: clinical meetings, nursing meetings, ISP meetings
residentials staff meetings and other meetings as required.
• Maintain HIPPA regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• RN, prefer BSN, at least 1 year work experience.
• Current NYS nursing license and BLS
• OPWDD experience and knowledge
• Ability to utilize nursing assessment skills in an autonomous environment.
• Critical thinking skills necessary to monitor and analyze medical records, reports, triaging
calls and supervision of Staff as needed.

Supervisory Responsibility: No
Work Environment: Provides care in the homes of Individuals with developmental disabilities.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:Full Time: 35 hours/week-5 days
Travel (if required): Multiple sites
Physical Requirements:
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of
activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,
responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice