Mohawk Valley Health System Nursing Jobs

Job Summary The RN - Nurse Navigator acts as the primary point of contact and is responsible for monitoring and coordinating care for cancer patients and families. Individualized assistance offered to patients, families, and caregivers to help overcome healthcare system barriers and facilitate timely access to quality health and psychosocial care from pre-diagnosis through all phases of the cancer Core Job Responsibilities Act a single point of contact for patients and their families. Facilitates appointments for consults and support services within establish service standards. Provide information throughout the continuum of care including educating the patient, their family, and caregivers regarding their diagnosis and treatment options. Assists patients in understanding their diagnosis, treatment options, and the resources available, including educating eligible patients about appropriate clinical trials. Coordinates care logistics for patients as well as communication among providers. Assist in making the care seamless, continuous and comprehensive Assess clinical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial, financial and other patient needs Assist patients to overcome barriers to care, e.g. transportation, childcare, financial counseling Provide assessment of psychosocial needs and refer to social worker as needed. Coordinate/participate in multidisciplinary cancer conference, developing concise patient summaries for use by team and document recommendations made utilizing standardized care protocols in accordance with nationally recognized care guidelines. Collaborate with cancer registry to collect data, track outcomes, and support strategic planning processes. Responsible for outreach efforts to establish and maintain positive working relationship with key customers (physicians, office staff, diagnostic staff, nurse, social services. Serves as a resource for community educational events, such as health fairs, screenings, and symposiums. Education/Experience Requirements Required: 5 years experience in area of specialty Licensure/Certification Requirements Required: Active NYS Licensed RN BLS Preferred: BSN and OCN Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 98854 Department MG - SPEC - CARDIOTHORACIC SUR Shift DaysShift Hours Worked 8.00FTE 1 Work Schedule SALARIED GENERALEmployee Status A1 - Full-Time Union Non-UnionPay Range $74,000 - $96,000 Annually 
Job Summary The RN - MDS Coordinator will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care plans, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. Identifies resident acuity and needs, helping to determine specific care needs, and coordinates interdisciplinary care planning schedule and process. Core Job Responsibilities Coordinates completion of the MDS assessment process with the appropriate participation from other health care professionals according to CMS guidelines. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans based on MDS assessments. Schedules required MDS updates with care team, checks for completion and submits to CMS. Checks CMS reports to ensure submissions are complete. Creates care conference schedules and care plan schedules to ensure timely interdisciplinary care planning meetings, and to establish assessment reference period to assure accurate assessments. Tracks insurance dates. Schedules end of Medicare MDS when appropriate. Notifies billing, interdisciplinary care team and pharmacy of any changes. Monitors for any resident changes in condition that may change scores to increase reimbursement. Ensures completion of daily Medicare documentation and Medicare (re)certifications. Initiates and monitors appeals to Livanta. Prepares CMI (Case Mix Index) calculations and certifications for the State. Reviews and prepares QAPI reports from iQIES and CASPER. Evaluates care programs and initiates changes as necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Communicates State and Federal regulatory revisions to facility management to maintain awareness/compliance. Performs audits, analyzes data and assists with plan of action to correct identified deficiencies. Reviews/analyzes QI/QM data for trends and indicators of negative outcome and initiates corrective action. Coordinates the processing of Medicare determination to assure timely and accurate billing of resident accounts. Consults with other departments as appropriate to collaborate in resident care, risk management and quality management activities. Provides education to staff on MDS/PRI and care planning. Assures that resident rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property, and civil rights, including the right to wage a complaint, are well established and maintained at all times. Attends and participates in workshops, seminars, etc. to keep current in MDS related best practices. Performs related duties as assigned. Education/Experience Requirements REQUIRED: Three (3) or more years of clinical experience in an acute or long term care care setting. Strong understanding of MDS processes, regulations, and reimbursement systems (RUGS and PDPM). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to interpret financial and statistical reports. Highly proficient with MS Office, databases, medical software and the ability to learn new applications rapidly. PREFERRED: Three (3) years of experience working as a MDS/PRI assessor. Two (2) or more years of management experience in the health care field. Ability to read, write and speak in other languages. Licensure/Certification Requirements REQUIRED: Meets RN licensure as outlined by current State Registered Nurse Licensure. Certified as a Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC) and PRI assessor or otherwise will obtain certification within the first 3 months of hire. BLS certification. Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 98830 Department UTILIZATION SVCS Shift Days Shift Hours Worked 8.50 FTE 0.19 Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR Employee Status A7 - Occasional Union Non-Union Pay Range $30.00 - $50.00 
Job Summary The Registered Nurse promotes and restores patient's health by completing the nursing process: collaborating with Physicians and multidisciplinary team members: providing support to patients, visitors and families. Responsible for assessing, planning, promoting and evaluating quality patient care. The Registered Nurse provides teaching to patients, families and the public. The Registered Nurse will follow the mission, vision, values, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System. Core Job Responsibilities Identify patient care requirements establishing personal rapport with patients and families and understanding of plan of care throughout the patient’s experience. Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends and families. Promote patient independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends and family to understand disease process, medications, and self-care skills, and provide time to answer questions. Assure quality care by adhering to therapeutic standards measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending adjustments to the patient’s needs. The nurse is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimum patient care. Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements following manufacturer’s instructions troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs; maintaining equipment, inventories, and evaluating equipment and techniques. Protect patients, employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and controlled substance regulations. Utilize universal precautions and practice at all times. Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care staff. Document patient care service by charting in patients’ medical records accurately and timely in accordance with licensure and regulatory/hospital standards. Maintain continuity of care with the nursing team by communicating plan of care and follow through with multidisciplinary team ensuring that patient administration of care for all services provided are organized, planned and delivered. Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential. Maintain nursing supplies inventory checking stock to determine inventory and PAR level; anticipating needs supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies; using equipment to accomplish job. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, mandatory in-services; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. The nurse participates in the advancement of the profession through contributions to practice, education, administration, and knowledge development. Engage in quality improvement initiatives including continuing education, participation in hospital-wide and unit specific teams, identifying nursing practice areas for quality improvement and safe outcomes. Maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare team by communicating information; responding to request; building rapport; participating in team problem solving. Provide service excellence to patients and their families/visitors that meets or exceeds patient expectations through offering empathetic and compassionate patient-centered care. Professionally manage patient and family/visitor needs and concerns using AIDET and positive service recovery methods. Respond to patient requests and makes active referrals to subject matter expert/decision maker who can fulfill the patient request Provide culturally sensitive care. Meet all MVHS and department competencies and training requirements. Perform other duties as required. Education/Experience Requirements REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an associate’s degree. PREFERRED: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program or higher degree. One or more years of experience in related setting. Licensure/Certification Requirements REQUIRED: Current New York State licensure as a Registered Nurse PREFERRED: Basic Life Support certification. Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 98841 Department NURS MED/SURG 8TH - PEDIATRICS Shift Nights Shift Hours Worked 12.50 FTE 0.15 Work Schedule NYSNA - 12 HR Employee Status A7 - Occasional Union 2004 - NYSNA Pay Range $40 - $56 per hour 
Bonuses and Benefits MVHS is offering a sign-on bonus for new and experienced RNs! *RNs with up to 3 years of relevant experience qualify for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. * *RNs with 3 or more years of relevant experience qualify for a $10,000 sign-on bonus. * This bonus will be paid over the course of two years working at MVHS and will scale based on experience and employee status when hired. Submit your application and Join our team of talented nurses as they support healthcare in the Mohawk Valley! Other benefits include: RN preceptor incentive, 401(k) plus match; health, dental, life, and vision insurance; FSA and HSA accounts; paid time off; tuition reimbursement. Pay Range $38 - $53 per hour Job Summary Registered Nurses with our Med/Surg team have many shift opportunities including days, nights, and weekends with opportunities for full-time, part-time and per-diem positions. At MVHS, a Registered Nurse promotes and restores patient's health by completing the nursing process: collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, providing support to patients, visitors and families. A Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, promoting and evaluating quality patient care, as well as providing teaching to patients, families and the public. A Registered Nurse will follow the mission, vision, I-CARE values, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System. About Mohawk Valley Health System This is an exciting time for MVHS as we have moved into The Wynn Hospital, a new, state-of-the-art hospital in downtown Utica. You will be joining a team of nearly 4,800 clinical and healthcare professionals and will be provided opportunities to advance your career. MVHS is committed to creating an environment that supports professional nursing practice and excellence in patient care, become part of the team taking care of our community today! Education/Experience Requirements Required: Graduate of an accredited associate degree Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program or higher degree. Previous Experience Licensure/Certification Requirements Required: Current New York State licensure as a Registered Nurse Preferred: Basic Life Support Certification Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. #evergreen 
Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides general nursing care to patients, families and caregivers in the Medical Group practices. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assists and advocates for the patient and families health in support of the patient centered approach and delivery model of care, and is an active care team member. Responsible for collaborating with physicians/ providers , registered professional nurses and multidisciplinary care team members. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) can perform tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health coaching, and supportive care under the direction of the registered professional nurse or licensed physician or licensed health care provider. Nursing shall perform in accordance with the standards outlined for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the NYS Education Law, NYS Office of the Professions, and by the State Nurse Practice Act. A Licensed Practical Nurse will follow the mission, vision, I-CARE values, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System. Core Job Responsibilities Gather patient measurements and collect patient data Record and report patient findings Prepare patient for patient examination and treatment Assistswith examination and treatments Perform tasks within the framework of supportive care, under the clinical direction of licensed health care provider or registered professional nurse Support self-care , self- management and the established plan of care. Utilize standard precautions and practice at all times Maintain equipment, supplies, inventory, and a safe and clean work environment Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, mandatory in-services; reviewing publications and participating in department committee meetings or work groups Engage in quality improvement initiatives including continuing education, participation in system-wide and department specific teams Maintain a cooperative relationship among the healthcare team by effectively communicating information Respond to patient requests, communicates effectively to the licensed health care provider who can fulfill the patient request Education/Experience Requirements Required: Graduate of an accredited school of licensed practical nursing program Preferred: Bachelors or Masters of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program Licensure/Certification Requirements Required: Current New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse; Basic Life Support Certification - Must receive BLS certification within 6 weeks of hire date Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 97791 Department MG - PRIM - NORTH UTICA Shift Days Shift Hours Worked 8.00 FTE 1 Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR Employee Status A1 - Full-Time Union Non-Union Pay Range $22.00 - $32.00 Per Hour Browse All Mohawk Valley Health System Jobs →