Registered Nurse - PD v

The best thing about this roleAre you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

• The primary function of the Registered Nurse - PD is to provide supervision to all clinical staff as well as staff from other departments working during specified shift; Assist the Director of Nursing in directing and supervising Nursing Services concerned with resident care; Staffing coordinator of his/her shift; Evaluate and direct nursing care of resident and must be constantly available to the nurses in charge of the various units and know of changes in condition of resident and the indicated action. Integrate the philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Home and the NursingDepartment into the management of nursing on all units in the Nursing HomeAssume the responsibility of the staffing of Nursing Services on the 3
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• 7 shiftDetermine quality of nursing care by observing residents, charts, care plans, and by communicating with the staff and physiciansAssist the Charge Nurse in assessment of needs, identification nursing diagnosis based on histories, nursing problems and solutionsParticipates in nursing care committees as recommended by the Director of NursingAssist with writing periodic evaluations and discussing individual goals with the other supervisors and charge nursesWork closely with the In
• Service Director to provide programs suitable to geriatric careReport problems within the Nursing to Director of Nursing with suggested solutionsProvide for continuity of care of all residents for three (3) shifts with report to Director of NursingMaintain standards of care for each resident in the Nursing HomeAssist charge nurse in assessment of needs, identification of nursing diagnosis based on histories, nursing problems and solutions of the residentCorrelate nursing plan with medical plan by reviewing written plan and checking ordersInterpret care to residents, families, nursing staff and other nursing home personnelParticipate in resident teaching programsParticipate in writing guidelines for care plans and defining policies and proceduresDiscuss administrative and nursing care problems with other Nursing Home Supervisors and Director of NursingKeep informed of new medical and nursing measures as related to the needs of residentsMaintain an environment conducive to providing quality careMakes rounds to observe effectiveness of care and institute immediate changes as necessaryCooperate with attending physician during their visitsGive care to resident who requires nursing judgment and skillDemonstrate new nursing techniquesMaintain a system for communication of nursing care informationParticipate in nursing care committeesMaintain adequate recordsReport adequate nursing care information to other Nursing Home Supervisors and Director of NursingUse Nursing Care Plan as a guide for reports, rounds, and conferencesShare information with other professional disciplines, facility departments and community agenciesSuggest areas for study and participate in nursing researchAssume responsibility for teaching relative to planning, implementing and evaluating nursing careAssist with the staffing of other shifts, as needed due to call-insAssign personnel to nursing team department on needs of residents and professional or technical competence of workersIdentify problems if nursing care and assist team in assignment of personnelReport staffing needs to the Director of NursingParticipate in orienting programsParticipate in In
• Service ProgramsSupervise and counsel personnel assigned to your shiftCreate and maintain a working climate conducive to producing quality careRespect individual for ability, knowledge and skillsPlan opportunities for growth and developmentGuide working relationships within unit with residents, families, visitors, Nursing personnel, medical staff, hospital department and representatives of community agenciesSupport personnel policiesRecommend changes to the Director of NursingKeep personnel informed of changesMaintain an effective communication systemInterpret for individual the new, current and standing policies posted on bulletin boards on unitsReview critical incidents and discuss with the Director of Nursing and other Supervisors and interpret to staffWrite periodic evaluations and discuss with personnel both strengths and weaknessesReport to Director of Nursing any personnel problemsComplete incident reports, review reports and co-sign for all staff membersKeep abreast of new developments on managementSuggest changes to Director of NursingAttend all required in-services and follow the department and facility policies and procedures including the use of protective equipmentMaintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all pertinent resident care and employee information and follow the HIPAA and HIV regulations What we need from youEducation:Required Other Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and currently licensed by the State of New York*** All RN’s hired and do not currently hold a BSN will be expected to demonstrate enrollment in a bachelor’s prepared nursing program within 4 years of hire. BSN must be completed within 10 years. RN’s licensed on or before 12/19/17 are/remain exempt from this requirement.

Minimum 1 year experience as a staff RN, preferredMinimum 2 years experience as a nursing supervisor, preferredLicensure/Certifications:Current NYS License as a Registered Nurse, requiredBLS Certification, requiredSkills:Attention to DetailAnalysis & EvaluationClinical SkillsCoachingMulti-TaskingInteracting with PeopleMaintain ConfidentialityPlanningTeam BuildingPhysical

Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stoopingFrequent graspingConstant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking, fit testingHazards:Occasional radiation/radiant energyFrequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposureWorking Conditions:Frequent noise, odorsTravel:Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis Total RewardsBassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind.

Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer match And more! Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer match And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. Pay TransparencySalary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affilia