Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse, Advocate & Educator

Geneva, NY

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with a nonprofit that specializes in services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities:

They are looking for a compassionate, skilled, and community-minded Registered Nurse to lead a unique initiative focused on enhancing health equity for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This grant-funded position is designed to combine traditional RN duties with a leadership role in health education and community outreach.

The RN will work on-site at their residential campus, providing direct medical care and coordinating services for residents, while also serving as a bridge between the IDD community and local healthcare providers. The role is split evenly between clinical care and advocacy, training, and education.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Nursing Duties (50%)Provide high-quality, person-centered nursing care to residents with I/DD, including medication management, routine assessments, and responding to medical concerns.
• Support and coach Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) on best practices related to healthcare coordination and resident support.
• Assist residents with preparation for medical appointments and follow-up from hospital discharges.
• Contribute to internal quality improvement initiatives including the Safe Patient Handling Committee and Clinical Review Team.
• Maintain accurate health records, document medical interventions, and support the development of individualized care plans.

• Health Education & Community Outreach (50%)Design and deliver 1:1 and small-group health literacy workshops for residents focusing on appointment preparation, communication skills, and informed consent.
• Develop accessible, plain-language educational materials for both residents and healthcare providers.
• Conduct outreach to local healthcare organizations (hospitals, behavioral health centers, primary care offices) to build awareness of I/DD-specific care needs.
• Educate external providers on inclusive, person-centered care models through presentations, resource-sharing, and consultation.
• Promote smoother transitions of care and advocate for cultural responsiveness and accessibility in community healthcare settings.
• Track outcomes related to resident self-advocacy, provider engagement, and care coordination improvements.

• Requirements Valid New York State RN license.
• 2+ years nursing experience, preferably with populations requiring complex care coordination.
• Strong understanding of intellectual and developmental disabilities, or willingness to undergo specialized training.
• Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to educate diverse audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Passion for advocacy, equity, and empowering marginalized communities.
• Experience working in residential or long-term care settings.
• Background in public health, health education, or care transitions.
• Familiarity with rural health systems and behavioral health integration.

Salary Range

• $76-79k

JK Executive Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of JK Executive Strategies to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non-job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.

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