Nursing Jobs in Dunwoodie, NY
$68,000 - $115,000 / year
188509 Job Description Performs an age specific plan of care for designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team. Job Responsibility Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/ significant others, reviews patient’s chart and answers questions correctly and courteously; assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status; determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate, assesses level of pain and pain management; communicates/documents patient’s physiologic health status and plan of care; Assesses patient’s psychosocial health status; elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care; determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend; identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction; communicates and documents psychological status and care plan of support groups, counseling services, and social services; Identifies patient outcome; develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes; identifies actual/potential patient problems; identifies patient’s need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment. Develops patient outcome statement (s) and establishes individualized patient goals; Identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome; coordinates the cost-effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome; documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members; Implements the plan of care; maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed (side rails up, call lights and bedside stand within reach, etc.; exercises professional skills related to the plan of care; reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care; correctly administers prescribed treatments; correctly uses equipment necessary for patient care; provides emotional support to patient and significant other; applies scientific principles in performing procedures; carries them out safely, timely and efficiently; makes accurate observations of patient’s conditions during treatments/procedures; reports and records same as appropriate; keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity and condition, as well as patient’s responses to medical and nursing interventions; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; acts rapidly and effectively during any emergency situation, managing self, patients and other employees; provides a calm, quiet, restful atmosphere; communicates effectively with the patient’s family or caretakers; participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate; provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other; evaluates care provided for patient outcome. Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same; performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement; designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in unit; keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity and condition; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy. Collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team; collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient’s plan of care. Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician; assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures; keeps Patient Care Manager/designee and/or physician, abreast of changes in patient’s condition and/or treatments, as appropriate; uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments in providing patient care, and ensures that assignments are completed in a timely fashion. Performs grade I-IV Decubitus Care; performs preventive skin care measures; applies simple dressings, maintaining principles of aseptic technique; applies warm and cold compresses, consistent with facility procedure; performs irrigations, consistent with Facility procedure; performs other procedures related to skin care, as necessary. Administers medications correctly and safely; correctly identifies medication in terms of action, dosage, side effects, and implications for the patient; meets standard on medication administration examination; demonstrates preparation of local solutions. Administers and documents medication correctly; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions. Participates in patient and family education; provides patient with an explanation of his/her condition as indicated; communicates assessment data in an orderly fashion by recording, updating and verbalizing pertinent information to care team members and to appropriate agencies; recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources /materials available for this teaching; provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals for post-hospital care; evaluates the effectiveness of teaching by feedback from patient/ family and documents same. Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions. Job Qualification Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date. Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed. Cardiology experience preferred Good IV skills preferred 1-2 years of experience preferred Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). 
$85,000 - $106,300 / year
Overview Triages incoming calls from patients and/care givers, assesses needs, gives appropriate clinical recommendations, and guides patient to appropriate level of care or resources. Communicates and coordinates care of patient when regional centers are closed. Works under general direction. Split shift Tuesday - Friday 6AM-9AM, 4PM-9PM and every Saturday 9AM - 5PM. What We Provide Referral bonus opportunities Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 3 0 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Employer-matched retirement saving funds Personal and financial wellness programs Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities. What You Will Do Collects and compiles necessary medical and social information and utilizes clinical expertise, VNS Health policy and procedure and approved guidelines to assess the physical, social, and psychological needs of patients calling the Contact Center after-hours. Utilizes assessment data, clinical expertise, VNS Health policy and procedures and approved guidelines to provide appropriate care advice and direct caller to appropriate disposition during telephone encounter. Refers inquiries to an appropriate resource or level of care. Utilizes an automated set of clinical protocols, which guides the telephone interaction through a highly focused assessment and prompt disposition of the caller’s problem. Enters telephone encounter into the computer system at time of call, including details of the situation, and outcome. Documents all inquiries for medical and statistical purposes and follows up with appropriate region and/or program to ensure individual patient situations requiring supervisory attention are met. Coordinates after hours care of patients by contacting field staff, MD’s, patients, family members, contacts and/or vendors to ensure continuity of care after hours. Provides report on significant events, plan of care changes and other patient/caregiver issues requiring further action and/or follow-up to respective team. Supports field staff after-hours; consults and collaborates with clinical management to resolve complex issues with clinical information received. Assists with orientating new nurses to the Contact Center RN role and responsibilities Keeps abreast of new nursing trends and assumes responsibility for professional growth; maintains high levels of clinical knowledge and skills. Participates in on call coverage as needed to ensure department operational needs are met. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required For Hospice only: Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) certified preferred Education: Associate's Degree in nursing required Bachelor's Degree in nursing preferred Work Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in Home Care, Ambulatory Care, Emergency Room, Acute Care Telephone Triage and/or Management required Clinical competence in nursing required Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting required Demonstrated ability to listen attentively, evaluate calls, and use judgment in a time sensitive environment required Effective oral/written communication, analytical, interpersonal and leadership skills required Proficient in the use of a personal computer preferably Microsoft Windows preferred Pay Range USD $85,000.00 - USD $106,300.00 /Yr. About Us VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day. 
