Registered Nurse Early Childhood

Astor Services is hiring a Registered Nurse today! Head Start is a federally funded preschool program delivering services to 3 and 4-year old children and their families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being. Come join our team!

Job Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves OCFS health plan (RN only).
• Consults medical director when outside providers prescribe psychotropic medication for children in program.
• Reviews medical records to assure that the children are age appropriate immunized, free of communicable disease and that health and development are being monitored.
• Monitor/update health records in the special education programs.
• Performs as appropriate and follows up on completion of screenings as outlined in the Head Start Performance Standards.
• Serves as a liaison between Dutchess County Early Intervention and the families of children with developmental delays as required.
• Works with family and staff to develop an Individualized Family Health Plan (IFHP) when specific health issues are identified.
• Provides a prenatal and postnatal assessment to evaluate the client’s emotional and physical health status, areas of concern, maintenance of medical follow up, and labor and delivery preparation.
• Performs a newborn assessment on all Early Head Start newborns within the first two weeks of birth.
• Works with nutritionist to provide guidance on nutrition during pregnancy and after delivery for mothers and infants.
• Monitors health/nutritional status of infants and toddlers to assure maximum growth and development.
• Works with mental health staff to address issues of parent bonding, and/or depression, substance abuse and their effect of parenting, potential neglect, etc.

What we provide

• Offers four personal days.
• Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
• Enjoy time off per the School Calendar.
• Sick time is provided.
• Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
• Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.
• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization.
• Child Development Associate credential training provided at no cost to the staff.

Join Astor Services-Apply Now!

Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team.

Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive.

Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories!

Requirements

Licensed Registered Nurse.

Experience with the population preferred.