Strong cooperation and enthusiasm in a rehabilitation setting
Knowledge of residents' medical, social, and psychological needs
Effective verbal communication skills with residents and staff
Responsibilities
Utilize nursing processes to care for residents
Administer medications and document care appropriately
Report observations to nursing leadership
Understand and apply lab values and test results in patient care
Respond promptly to patient concerns and needs
Prepare resident assignments based on needs and staff competencies
Ensure documentation accuracy and complete care records
Benefits
Eligible for Aetna health insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire
Training program available to develop supervisory skills
Flexibility to work either full-time or part-time
Fixed night shift hours from 11 PM to 7 AM
Opportunity to work in a supportive, cooperative rehabilitation environment
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description
* NIGHT SHIFT ONLY 11PM - 7AM * FULL OR PART TIME * TRAIN TO BE A SUPERVISOR * THOSE ELIGIBLE FOR AETNA HEALTH INSURANCE 1ST OF THE MONTH AFTER DATE OF HIRE *
Registered Nurse, RN utilizes the nursing process in the care of designated Residents, administers medications & treatments to residents, & documents appropriately on assigned nursing unit
Registered Nurse, RN reports findings of ongoing observations/assessments to the designated Charge Nurse, Nursing Supervisor, &/or Unit Manager
Registered Nurse, RN demonstrates knowledge of basic test/lab collection values, deliver direct resident care consistent with the policies/procedures & Resident Bill of Rights, in combination with demonstrated clinical skills/knowledge
Registered Nurse, RN will identify/respond timely to patient concerns/needs
Registered Nurse, RN will demonstrate effective interpersonal skills necessary to ensure appropriate quality patient care
Prepare resident assignments considering the category of needs of the patient & competency of personnel, monitor/evaluate the flow of activity & delivery of patient care provided (positioning, bathing, etc.) & assure documentation records (ADLs, meal intake, etc.) are completed for CNAs
Is punctual and/or provides proper notification for lateness or absenteeism
Requirements
Graduate of an approved school of nursing
Licensed & registered in good standing in New York State as an RN
Experience with geriatric patients is desirable, but not required
Sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, & disabled
Possess a spirit of cooperation & enthusiasm to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation & growth
Knowledge of medical, social, & psychological needs of residents, general nursing theory & practice, & infection prevention principles/methods
Ability to communicate well verbally with residents, families, & staff
Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED ; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC
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