HumanEdge Travel Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN Med Surg for a local contract nursing job in New York, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 52 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Local Contract
Registered Nurse (RN) – CRTP / ICM / Transitional Support
Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm | Brooklyn, NY
HumanEdge Healthcare Staffing
HumanEdge is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to support adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) and co-occurring behavioral health needs through Crisis Respite, Transitional Support, and Intensive Case Management services. This role is ideal for a clinically strong nurse who thrives in community-based programs and values meaningful, person-centered work.
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Must-Have QualificationsActive New York State RN license (unrestricted)
Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
Strong assessment skills and ability to respond to medical or psychiatric changes promptly
Experience with medication oversight, documentation, and clinical intervention
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team
Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
Flexibility to work a 35-hour full-time schedule and participate in on-call phone consultation
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Nice-to-Have QualificationsExperience with:
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
Behavioral health, crisis services, or transitional programs
Community-based nursing or case management
Familiarity with:
OPWDD, OMH, and DOH regulations
Crisis stabilization and transitional care models (CRTP, CTI, ICM)
Valid driver’s license (local travel may be required)
Experience training or supervising DSPs or frontline care staff
Position OverviewThis full-time RN will provide integrated nursing services across Crisis Respite/Transitional Programs (CRTP), Intensive Case Management (ICM), and Critical Time Intervention (CTI). The role focuses on stabilizing individuals transitioning from inpatient treatment, supporting medical and behavioral needs, and ensuring continuity of care in the community.
ScheduleFull-Time | 35 hours per week
Flexible daytime schedule
Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term growth potential
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical CareParticipate in admission screenings and intake for Crisis Respite and Transitional Respite programs.
Complete initial and ongoing nursing assessments.
Oversee self-administration of medication and monitor therapeutic responses.
Provide direct nursing interventions including wound care, chronic disease management, respiratory support, and diabetes oversight.
Identify early signs of medical or psychiatric decline and respond appropriately.
Review and maintain vital logs, MARs, health notes, and other required documentation.
Ensure medication storage, disposal, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Uphold infection control standards and OSHA guidelines.
Maintain first aid supplies and ensure clinical readiness.
Participate in 24/7 on-call phone support (rotation).
Case Management & Transitional SupportCollaborate with ICM and CTI teams to support medical and behavioral stability.
Provide health education to individuals, caregivers, and staff.
Facilitate hospital discharge planning and community reintegration.
Coordinate follow-up visits with PCPs, specialists, and community providers.
Collaboration & TrainingServe as a clinical liaison among families, program staff, and external professionals.
Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and planning meetings.
Train and mentor DSPs on health tasks, documentation, and emergency procedures.
Maintain timely and compliant documentation per OPWDD/OMH/DOH standards.
Apply TodayHumanEdge Healthcare Staffing is interviewing qualified RNs immediately.
Submit your resume to be considered for this impactful, community-based nursing opportunity.
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare Job ID #14111. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) – CRTP / ICM / Transitional Support
About HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
HumanEdge Allied Health is a full-service nursing and allied health staffing agency that has lived and breathed staffing for more than 30 years, making us one of the most trusted in the industry!
