Nursing Jobs in Paterson, NJ
$118,942 - $152,717 / year
Overview Provides high quality comprehensive nursing care to meet the needs of the patient/client and manages/coordinates the delivery of cost effective multidisciplinary health care services for a caseload of patients/clients consistent with VNS Health philosophy, policy, goals and objectives, and Standards of Nursing Practice. Works under moderate supervision. • Assesses the physical, social and psychological needs and environmental conditions of the patient/client through professional knowledge, skills of observation, interviewing, and physical examination to develop a plan of care. • Understands, interprets, and implements reimbursement protocols; determines the billing source for patient/client care. Consults with management on complex/unique reimbursement cases. • Acts as the coordinator of care for the multidisciplinary team by providing and managing the care needs of patients/clients which includes making/confirming referrals to other disciplines/community agencies and ordering supplies/services and ensuring they are delivered as needed. • Documents content and process of all services provided in accordance with government regulations/requirements, and VNS Health policies, practices, and procedures, as well as NFP requirements as appropriate. Initiates and maintains written (including clinical and progress notes) and verbal communications with team members and management to assure optimal patient/client care. • Participates in the orientation of selected staff through ‘buddy system’ field observation of staff and feedback to appropriate staff involved in orientation process. • Participates in selected student programs by providing guidance, training and mentoring to students. • Provides nursing care in accordance with VNS Health policies, practices, procedures and Standards of Nursing Practice, which may require standing, stooping, sitting, crouching, bending and stretching to deliver patient/client care. • Transports and utilizes required medical equipment and other supplies using VNS Health designated/supplied carrying case weighing approximately 25 – 30 lbs. to and from patient/client homes/care facilities. • Travels to patient/clients’ homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the patient/client. • Follows work procedures in relation to established workflows. • Maintains productivity sufficient to meet VNS Health goals. • Assumes responsibility for personal professional growth through attendance at in-services, training, continued formal education and select journal readership. • Performs other related duties and participates in special project, as assigned. • Establishes, implements, and revises a plan of care with input from appropriate multidisciplinary health team members (i.e., physician, OT, PT, SW, SLP, family members, caregivers, HHAs, etc.) based on goals mutually acceptable to the patient and significant others. Ensures that services follow the plan of care by ongoing assessment, planning, coordination, counseling, teaching and supervision of the delivery of care to meet the needs of the patient. • Oversees/supervises the care provided to the patient by Licensed Practical Nurses and Paraprofessionals through regular home visits in compliance with regulatory and VNS Health requirements. Assesses the patient’s condition, monitors the effect of the care plans on the patient/family health status, informs physician and other team members of changes in the client's needs and updates the plan of treatment, as needed. • Manages, plans, coordinates and executes the patient’s safe discharge from service. Ensures that physician’s orders, discharge summary and communication to team members, patient and family members adhere to VNS Health and regulatory requirements. • Communicates and consults with patient’s MD and follows-up on problematic situations affecting care such as abnormal clinical findings, medication discrepancies, or other factors that impact patient’s ability to comply with the plan of care. Manages and coordinates all aspects of assigned caseload. • Assists patients with activities of daily living, which may require positioning, moving, transferring and lifting patients of varying weights and physical conditions, with and without assistance and as appropriate, from family members and/or paraprofessionals. • 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 Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card, may be required as determined by operational/regional needs Wound Care Certification required or willingness to obtain within one year of hire preferred Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred Education: Degree in Nursing from an approved program required Work Experience: Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience, including at least six months of Hospice, or Med/Surg or ICU or Emergency Department or Home care, Palliative Care, Oncology or Long Term Care experience required Pay Range USD $118,942.00 - USD $152,717.00 /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. 
$110,000 - $120,000 / year
Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center!** We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a MDS Director. Responsibilities: Monitor Facility Quality Measures and analyze clinical data metrics to identify areas for improvement Ensure all MDS assessments are completed accurately, timely, and in full compliance with state and federal regulations. Opens MDS assessments, fills in resident's name, assessment reference date, and reason for the assessment. Reviews all validation reports from the State Department of Health and corrects errors as necessary. Transmits MDS data to State DOH after making certain assessments are edited and locked. Provides billing department with information regarding resource utilization groups for Medicare patients. Educates staff regarding MDS, Quality Indicators and Prospective Payment System. Assures regulatory compliance with MDS assessments. Assures MDS Encoders are following policy and procedure and entering data timely and accurately. Writes or revises policies and procedures for department. Provides in-service training regarding the MDS to Nurse Managers, RNs, LPNs, and other clinical staff (social service, recreation therapy, and dietitians). Report monthly progress to DON and supervise and oversee MDS process in doing care plan compliance Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps. Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct. Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements. Other Duties: Maintains connection with the DOH's MDS automation coordinator. Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization. Position Qualifications: Five years or more as an MDS Coordinator. Meets regulatory requirements for MDS Prospective Payment System. Deep understanding of PDPM reimbursement model and CMS guidelines Computer literate. Good written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position. Prior management or supervisory experienced preferred Education: BSN Required, Master's degree preferred. MDS and PPS training required. RAC - CT is highly preferred Registered Nurse in State of New Jersey Job Setting /Physical Demands: Long Term Care department and related areas; contact with patients, visitors, staff. Frequent prolonged standing/sitting/walking. Salary commensurate with experience within posted range: $110,000 to $120,000 annually We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees Please note that selection of the candidate for any position will depend on several factors, including the individual’s educational background, skills, and professional experience. 
$130,000 - $164,999.97 / year
Director of Nursing-Nursing Home Located in Far Rockaway, NY Salary Range $130K - $160K Per Year; Based On Experience Responsibilities of the Director of Nursing: Supervises all nursing staff in the facility Development and implementation of nursing policy and procedure Overseeing the hiring and continued employment of nursing staff Ensuring there is adequate nursing staff, and that the staff's skills remain current Overseeing nursing employee conduct Being knowledgeable of incidents at the facility Assessing the health needs of each resident Requirements of the Director of Nursing: Must have New York RN license Must have prior experience as a Director of Nursing Must have a strong clinical background Must have experience in long term care Must have excellent leadership skills Strong clinical knowledge and background #3561 
