Current and good standing Registered Nurse License in the State of New York
Progressive nursing experience in a geriatric setting
Responsibilities
Organizes, oversees, and supervises assigned unit activities and staff assignments and demonstrates clinical expertise consistent with established standards of Nursing Practice
Identifies and responds, appropriately and timely, to patient needs
Monitors, observes, and documents vital signs, treatments administered, and patient responses
Administers medications and treatments as needed
Communicates and directs services ongoing or any plan/concerns/information to appropriate team members, resident, family, or medical staff as needed
Identifies and follows disciplinary action as stated in policy
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team, physicians, and other vendors/services
Performs registered nurse assessment to resident’s post incidents or change in condition
Leads and directs emergency situations – (Fire alarm, Elopement, etc.)
Maintains accurate nursing report, staffing sheets, and census roster
Desired Qualifications
Supervisory experience preferred
Previous experience with geriatric/short term rehabilitation/Alzheimer’s patients is desirable
Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but not mandated