Under the supervision of the Facility Nurse and the Program Physician, the p/t Nurse is responsible for providing medical services for all clients at the program, and specialized medical services for HIV+ clients.

1. Functions as part of a team of medical professionals to provide medical care to all clients in the facility.
   
2. Orders, dispenses and provides for the security and recording of all prescribed medication.
   
3. Maintains resident medical records and files in accordance with state and agency policies.
   
4. Conducts routine intake physical; participates in developing treatment plans and case conferences.
   
5. Participates in developing and coordinating the medical discharge plans.

6. Provides individual counseling and educational services around treatment adherence.
   
7. Assists clients in learning how to manage their medication.
   
8. Develops and maintains linkages with medical centers and community-based agencies who service individuals with HIV/AIDS.
   
9. Maintains professional standing needed to develop quality health care within the agency.
   
10. Compiles the data and prepares reports for the AIDS Institute, NYSDOP and Project Return Foundation, Inc.
    
11. Attends all required training and scheduled meetings.
    
12. Performs other duties as required by the Facility Nurse and the Program Physician.

A NY State license as a Registered Nurse or LPN; 2 years experience providing HIV/AIDS services; experience working with ex-offenders or substance abusers.