Registered Nurse; per diem

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.

• Schedule: Per Diem

• Employment Type: Direct Hire

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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
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• Attend staff meetings, workshops, conferences, and professional development activities.

• 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.

• 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
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• Current infant and child BLS certification
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• PEARS certification (or completion within one year of hire).

• 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.

• 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
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• Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.