Registered Nurse Per Visit LIFE MHC

Registered Nurse Per Visit LIFE MHC - 46961 US:NY:Lackawanna | Registered Nurse | Per Diem 7,591.35 - 11,386.05 USD per hour Posted 12 days ago Description Facility: LIFE PACE OLV Shift: Shift 1 Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: Yes Work Schedule: Days and Evenings Hours: 10a-6p. Hours to vary. Summary The Registered Nurse in the LIFE program can work in the home, clinic or the Day Center and promotes and maintains health of participants in the community through teaching, counseling, and appropriate preventive and rehabilitative services. Responsible for assessment of health needs and contributing to the plan of care, initial implementation of nursing care plans, and providing nursing care, as well as periodic re-evaluation of individual and family nursing needs. Supervises home health aides in the home, clinic, and day center to ensure regulatory compliance and quality while maintaining an optimal level of independence for participants. Additionally, provides nursing support to the LIFE primary care staff. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to assess, plan care for, and provide service to frail elderly participants according to assigned responsibilities and LIFE Program standards. Responsibilities Educational Requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, college or university required Licensure and current registration as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York BSN preferred BLS certification preferred Knowledge of rules and regulations governing Licensed Home Health Agencies preferred Experience Requirements: One year of experience working with the frail elderly required Minimum one (1) year relevant experience required Home Care experience preferred Acute medical surgical experience preferred Experience with patient assessment instruments preferred Knowledge, Skills, Ability: Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a car available for work use Computer skills required, i.e., software appropriate to position, word, excel Ability to prioritize Ability to multi task All requirements related to patient contact apply to all staff, including contract workers, from the medical director to personal care assistants #J-18808-Ljbffr CH and Trinity, P.C.