RN Jobs in Saint Albans City, VT

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Miller 3 - Cardiothoracic Telemetry Unit

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Baird 3 - General Medicine

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: General Medicine - Baird 3 Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 72 Shift: Night/Day Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: Baird 3 opened as an Adult Medicine – Telemetry unit in June 2019. The team that makes up Baird 3 was originally cultivated utilizing experienced UVMMC staff and newly hired staff from all over the world. Over the years, Baird 3 has created a positive and enthusiastic environment that uplifts and supports one another. Baird 3 is a fast paced and stimulating unit. The immense variety of patients and diagnosis’ enables staff to grow professionally and personally. Baird 3 provides a foundation for one to flourish, evolve and advance their skills. On-call: Not required This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Vascular Access

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Resource - Clinical Operations Regular Scheduled Special Standard Hours: 12 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: Shift: Eve/Night-12Hr Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Needs: Every Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Jaclyn Kimak Unit Description: The Vascular Access team at UVMMC is a highly skilled group of nursing professionals who provide a key clinical service to our patients and who are highly valued by the staff nurses whom they support and partner with. The depth of experience of this team is significant as is the commitment to providing quality care to all patients. The staff is committed to providing highly skilled, high-quality family centered care to the patients and their families. Prior IV skills are strongly preferred. A minimum of 2 years of acute care experience required. The key responsibilities of this role are: Insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters and PICCs for patients from pediatric to adult using vascular visualization devices, including ultrasound. Consulting with staff related to vascular access devices and complications of vascular access. Caring for and maintaining vascular access devices and clinical interventions for PICC issues: including clearance of occluded catheters, dressing protocols for skin issues, dressing assessment and management. Providing unit-based education. Participating in quality and process improvement projects. On-call: Not required. This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Vascular Access

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Resource - Clinical Operations Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: Shift: Day/Eve-8-12Hr Primary Shift: Variable - Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Jaclyn Kimak Unit Description: The Vascular Access team at UVMMC is a highly skilled group of nursing professionals who provide a key clinical service to our patients and who are highly valued by the staff nurses whom they support and partner with. The depth of experience of this team is significant as is the commitment to providing quality care to all patients. The staff is committed to providing highly skilled, high-quality family centered care to the patients and their families. Prior IV skills are strongly preferred. A minimum of 2 years of acute care experience required. The key responsibilities of this role are: Insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters and PICCs for patients from pediatric to adult using vascular visualization devices, including ultrasound. Consulting with staff related to vascular access devices and complications of vascular access. Caring for and maintaining vascular access devices and clinical interventions for PICC issues: including clearance of occluded catheters, dressing protocols for skin issues, dressing assessment and management. Providing unit-based education. Participating in quality and process improvement projects. On-call: Not required. This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Vascular Access

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Resource - Clinical Operations Part Time Standard Hours: 30 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: Shift: Variable Primary Shift: - Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Jaclyn Kimak Unit Description: The Vascular Access team at UVMMC is a highly skilled group of nursing professionals who provide a key clinical service to our patients and who are highly valued by the staff nurses whom they support and partner with. The depth of experience of this team is significant as is the commitment to providing quality care to all patients. The staff is committed to providing highly skilled, high-quality family centered care to the patients and their families. Prior IV skills are strongly preferred. A minimum of 2 years of acute care experience required. The key responsibilities of this role are: Insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters and PICCs for patients from pediatric to adult using vascular visualization devices, including ultrasound. Consulting with staff related to vascular access devices and complications of vascular access. Caring for and maintaining vascular access devices and clinical interventions for PICC issues: including clearance of occluded catheters, dressing protocols for skin issues, dressing assessment and management. Providing unit-based education. Participating in quality and process improvement projects. On-call: Not required. This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Shep 3 North - Alternative Level of Care Unit

$39.42 - $64.62 / two weeks

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Shepardson 3 North Part Time Standard Hours: 22 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 44 Shift: Evening Primary Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: Shep 3 North currently has around 10 long-term care patients that are awaiting placement. Patients on this unit will have a variety of different diagnoses. The environment of the unit is consistent with that of a long-term care facility. Candidates must have strong communication and leadership skills. Charge nurse experience preferred. Long term care experience preferred. On-call: Not required This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Baird 4 - General Medicine

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: General Medicine - Baird 4 Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 48 Shift: Evening-8Hr Primary Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: Baird 4 is one of three University of Vermont Medical Center, General Medicine Units. We care for patients with acute and chronic multi-system health needs including but not limited to; respiratory disease, renal and dialysis patients, diabetes, wound care, alcohol withdrawal, substance use disorders, various GI disorders, coagulopathies, and infectious disease. Baird 4 is the only floor outside the ICU that cares for trach & ventilator-dependent adults. On-call: Not required This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Unit

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Cardiovascular Unit Part Time Standard Hours: 28 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: Shift: Day/Eve-8Hr Primary Shift: Variable - Variable Weekend Needs: None Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: The Cardiovascular Unit provides professional nursing care to out-patients for planned procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Electrophysiology Lab, Non-Invasive Cardiology, Interventional Radiology Lab, and a variety of Radiology procedures. This dynamic 15 bay unit provides Pre- and Post-Procedural care. You will be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to patient & family-centered care with responsibility for treating a diverse patient population. Our unit is open Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. On-call : There are occasional On Call shifts from 6:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m depending on the FTE. The 0.7 FTE position requires a maximum of three On Call shift/2 week pay period. Experience: Preferred ACLS certified and has peripheral IV experience. Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit. Greater than one year of experience. This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - General Medicine - McClure 6

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: General Medicine McClure 6 Per Diem (position has no committed hours and is not benefit eligible) Standard Hours: 0 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 0 Shift: Variable Primary Shift: Variable - Variable Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: McClure 6 is one of three University of Vermont Medical Center, General Medicine Units. We care for patients with acute and chronic multi-system health needs. Our specialties include elder care (including delirium prevention), respiratory disease, renal and dialysis patients (UVMMC is the only hospital in Vermont that accommodates in-patient dialysis), diabetes, wound care, alcohol withdrawal, substance use disorders, various GI disorders, coagulopathies, bariatric care, infectious disease, and many other acute health issues. Many of our patients come to us directly from the ICU or the emergency department, at times creating the atmosphere of a medical step-down unit. We also have patients admitted to us from ICUs in outlying community hospitals throughout Vermont and northern New York. On-call: Not required This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Miller 4 - Inpatient Cardiology

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Cardiology - Miller 4 Part Time Standard Hours: 28 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 56 Shift: Day/Night Primary Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: As a Cardiology Nurse in our 32-bed progressive-care CCU, you will be responsible for treating a diverse patient population with a variety of heart-related conditions. We are a Level I Tertiary care hospital, providing care with state-of-the-art technology. You will be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to patient & family-centered care. Our Cardiology RNs provide care for patients with structural heart problems, coronary stents, arrhythmia, congestive heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, ST-Elevation MI’s and non-ST-Elevation MI’s. On-call: Not required. This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Miller 4 - Inpatient Cardiology

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Cardiology - Miller 4 Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 48 Shift: Night Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: As a Cardiology Nurse in our 32-bed progressive-care CCU, you will be responsible for treating a diverse patient population with a variety of heart-related conditions. We are a Level I Tertiary care hospital, providing care with state-of-the-art technology. You will be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to patient & family-centered care. Our Cardiology RNs provide care for patients with structural heart problems, coronary stents, arrhythmia, congestive heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, ST-Elevation MI’s and non-ST-Elevation MI’s. On-call: Not required. This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network South Burlington, VT

Nurse Coordinator - Care Coordination System

$42.85 - $64.28 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - 40 IDX Drive Location Address: 40 IDX Drive, South Burlington Vermont Regular Department: CCS Communications Center Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 72 Shift: Night Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $42.85 Mid $53.57 Max $64.28 Recruiter: Jaclyn Kimak The Regional Transfer Center (RTC) Nurse Coordinator (NC) has several roles in assuring the safe and timely coordination of care for patients across the University of Vermont Health Network and region. The Level 2 Nurse Coordinator successfully acts in at least two both of the following roles: Transfer Role: He/she fields calls from physicians who are seeking support in coordination of care for patients in various capacities. The NC coordinates emergent, urgent or specialty treatment by applying clinical expertise and working directly with the involved care providers and network/regional hospitals. Logistics Role: This nurse uses critical thinking and collaborative decision making to act as a traffic controller to support patient flow in each network facility in collaboration with their local resources. Transfer Back Coordinator Role: The NC leverages network resources to oversee and coordinates all transfer backs and reports out at the Network Daily Pulse Check. Qualifications: Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont is required. A minimum of 2 years of RN experience is required.

Mother-Baby

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Mother & Baby Unit

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: Mother Baby Unit - Baird 7 Full Time Standard Hours: 36 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 36 Shift: Night/Day-12Hr Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Jessica Stafford Unit Description: The Mother & Baby Unit (M&B) at UVMMC is a 31-bed unit providing post-partum care, education, and lactation consultation for families after birth. Labor & Delivery at UVMMC averages 2,200 to 2,300 deliveries per year. Registered Nurse Lactation Consultants seek out their IBCLC certification. On-call: Not required. This is a bargaining union position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

Registered Nurse - Baird 3 - General Medicine

$39.42 - $64.62 / hour

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont Regular Department: General Medicine - Baird 3 Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 48 Shift: Night Primary Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Needs: Every Other Salary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62 Recruiter: Elke Janeway Unit Description: Baird 3 opened as an Adult Medicine – Telemetry unit in June 2019. The team that makes up Baird 3 was originally cultivated utilizing experienced UVMMC staff and newly hired staff from all over the world. Over the years, Baird 3 has created a positive and enthusiastic environment that uplifts and supports one another. Baird 3 is a fast paced and stimulating unit. The immense variety of patients and diagnosis’ enables staff to grow professionally and personally. Baird 3 provides a foundation for one to flourish, evolve and advance their skills. On-call: Not required This is a bargaining union position.

Manager/Supervisor

Plattsburgh Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Plattsburgh, NY

8 months ago

RN Unit Manager

We offer the Following: Premium Compensation Great Benefits Package Professional Growth & Stability Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Position Purpose: Responsible for the 24 hour coordination and management of resident care activities, unit operations, and nursing personnel on a designated nursing unit and shift. Educational Requirements: Graduation from an accredited RN program required. Experience Required: Three years of experience with one year of long term or sub-acute care experience required. One year of supervisory experience preferred. Professional Licensure and Certification Required: Current New York State RN. Responsible for annual re-licensure per regulations. Compliance with yearly CEU requirements. Current CPR, Accucheck and IV Therapy certification. Administrative Functions Coordinates the administration and clinical activities for the nursing department on a designated shift or unit in accordance with current regulations that govern long term care facilities. Serves as the resource to staff in clinical and managerial decision making, delegates responsibilities to staff. Participates in inspections (surveys) made by authorized agencies. Participates in and assures appropriate assessment of residents, validates nursing staff’s clinical decisions. Participates in the development, implementation, and communication of resident’s plan of care. Making frequent rounds on nursing unit(s) to ensure that all personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with established nursing standards, and that all resident’s needs are being met Monitors documentation procedures of nursing staff. Follows- up on problem areas with employees and makes oral/written reports to the Director of Nursing Any other duties deemed necessary by the Director of Nurses Personnel Functions Follows work assignments, and schedules to complete assigned tasks. Performs all assigned tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures. Cooperates with interdepartmental personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to assure that services are properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Adheres to the rules of attendance as outlined and received on orientation Recognizes the needs and works to facilitate appropriate assignment of staff within the framework of established staffing patterns. Meets with staff on regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/ or improvement services. Functions in the role of staff nurse or provides direct care to meet the needs of the residents as needed/ required. Ensures that disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

Plattsburgh Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Plattsburgh, NY

8 months ago

Registered Nurse (RN)

Shifts : Evening & Night Shifts Available We offer the Following: Premium Compensation Great Benefits Package Professional Growth & Stability Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off RESPONSIBILITIES: · Monitor the daily delivery of nursing care and nursing staff performance as they deliver nursing care to the patients/residents in accordance with established policies and procedures · Plan and conduct shift staff meetings on a regular basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and to assist in the improvement of services · Identify problems or potential problems in the delivery of nursing care to residents and implement corrective action immediately · Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director of Nursing as necessary · Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident's total regimen of care · Begin investigation of all accidents, including staff interviews, data gathering and report writing · Interpret the nursing department's policies and procedures to personnel, resident, visitors, and government agencies as required · Ensure staff always maintain confidentiality of resident information · Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks · Delegate to each Charge Nurse the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to perform his/her assigned duties · Make daily rounds of assigned units at a minimum at the beginning and end of the shift, depending upon the activity of the units · Follow-up on complaints and grievances filed by resident, families, or staff. Take corrective action as needed and make reports to the Director of Nursing · Ensure that emergency equipment/supply checks are done each shift · Ensure that the resident's environment is maintained in a clean and safe manner · May make determination of death when necessary · Participate in the orientation program for new assigned nursing staff to facilitate their assimilation into the workplace within a reasonable time span and to ensure that each staff member understands his/her role, responsibilities and standards of performance · Complete written performance evaluations on the assigned staff following probation and thereafter annually, and when performance dictates the need, complete additional evaluations · Initiate corrective and progressive disciplinary action, as needed · Ensure that nursing personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards · Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the policies and procedures, including dress code as set forth in the Nursing Procedure Manual · Ensure that an enough nursing staff are scheduled and available for your/next tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained, and nursing care needs of the patient/resident are met · Monitor time and attendance of nursing personnel and take corrective action as appropriate · Make recommendations to the Director of Nursing regarding employee dismissals, transfers etc. · Identify learning needs of the nursing staff · Plan, schedule and conduct unit-based in-services as needs are identified · Monitor assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established procedures in the use of equipment · Recommend to the Director of Nursing the equipment and supply needs of the department · Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste · Ensure the prompt repair or replacement of medical/nursing equipment when necessary · Oversee the nursing care to patients/residents to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-oriented services are always delivered. · Inform nursing staff of new admission arrivals and the expected time of arrival · Ensure that rooms are ready for the new admission · Visit resident on report daily to observe and evaluate each resident's physical and emotional status · Review the nurse's notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided · Provide direct nursing care as necessary · Start and restart IV’s when ordered and when necessary · Ensure the staff refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering care to the resident · Assist the staff nurses in monitoring seriously ill resident · Ensure that all nurses on your shift comply with the written procedures for the administration, storage and control of medications and supplies · Monitor medication passes and treatments to ensure compliance with physician orders and facility policy · Review medication administration records (MAR) for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders · Inspect nursing treatment areas daily, such as clean utility room, to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner · Meet with family members and resident as needed. · Consult with the resident, family, and physician in planning the resident's care, treatment and rehabilitation · Assist in arranging transportation for transfers to the hospital · Participate in the implementation of facility quality improvement program for the nursing service department · Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing · Attend and actively participate in various committee meetings such as Infection Control, Safety, and Performance Improvement as requested · Implement recommendations from committees as instructed by the Director of Nursing · Perform Performance Improvement audits as assigned · Participate in and adhere to employee health, safety, security and corporate compliance programs and activities · Participate in the implementation and maintenance of the Infection Control program for monitoring and/or reporting communicable and/or infectious diseases among resident and personnel · Assist in developing safety standards for the nursing service department as necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Report malfunction of equipment and/or broken furniture immediately to Maintenance Department · Receive annual physical including appropriate screening for tuberculosis · The ability to conduct all activities within the resident abuse prevention manual · Cooperate with investigations regarding employee health, safety, security, and corporate compliance programs · Report all accident and incidents to Supervisor immediately upon occurrence · Correct unsafe or hazardous condition encountered, if unable to correct, report condition to immediate Supervisor upon discovery · Conduct all activities within established safety, security and infection control procedures and guidelines Conducts all activities within established corporate compliance policies and procedures · Observe and respond to all standing security precautions, devices, and alerts as they pertain to work and common area · Respond to fire/disaster drills and emergencies · Ensure residents safety in accordance with resident safety program. · Follow safety features of the plan of care · Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure have attended the appropriate in-service training prior to performing such tasks · Ensure that the assigned nursing personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Ensure that all residents are wearing appropriate identification bracelets · Participates in mandatory in-service and job training · Assist the Director of Staff Development in providing off shift in-services as necessary · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred) · Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state employed in · Peripheral IV certification · Two years of clinical nursing experience · One-year experience in a management position preferred · One-year experience in geriatrics and subacute population · CPR/BLS certified · The ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language required, knowledge of other language helpful We are an Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

Director of Nursing

Plattsburgh Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Plattsburgh, NY

8 months ago

Director of Nursing

Job Summary: The Director of Nursing assumes authority, responsibility, and accountability for the delivery of nursing services in the facility. In collaboration with facility Administration, allocates department resources in an efficient and economic manner to enable each resident to attain and/or maintain the highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being. Collaborates with other departments, medical professionals, consultants and organizations, including government agencies and advocacy groups, to develop, support and coordinate resident care, related administrative functions and to represent the interests of the facility. Education, Qualifications, and Credentials: Must possess a current NYS license as a Registered Professional Nurse and have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Two years of professional nursing experience in the long-term care setting is required and a minimum of three years experience in nursing administration or a comparable management position. Must possess and demonstrate a high degree of leadership, organizational ability and effective communication skills. Knowledge of long-term care management, policies, budgeting, personnel management and census development is required. Current CPR certification. Essential Job Functions: The employee must be able to perform each essential function effectively to be successful in this position. 1. Develops, maintains, and implements nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice, facility philosophy and operational policies while maintaining compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. 2. Communicates and interprets policies and procedures to nursing staff, and monitors staff practices and implementation. 3. Participates in all admission decisions and may visit prospective residents before admission and/or designate a representative to screen prospective residents prior to admission. 4. Participates in daily or weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, personnel, or resident complaints or concerns. 5. Evaluates the work performance of all nursing personnel, assists in the determination of wage increases and implements discipline according to operational policies. 6. Ensures delivery of compassionate quality care and nursing supervision as evidenced by adequate services and staff coverage on unit, absence of odors, general cleanliness, prevention of pressure wounds and apparent maintenance of optimal resident functions. 7. Demonstrates knowledge of and application of Key Clinical Quality Indicators and proactively monitors and implements systems to achieve and/or surpass company thresholds. 8. Exercises overall supervision of resident assessments and care plans. 9. Oversees or is responsible for the CNA certification program. 10. Reviews 24-hour report from every unit daily to monitor and ensure timely, effective responses to significant changes in condition, transfers, discharges, use of restraints, unexplained injuries, falls, behavioral episodes and medication errors. 11. Collaborates with physicians, consultants, community agencies and institutions to improve the quality of services and to resolve identified problems. 12. Coordinates nursing services with all other departments including Therapy. 13. Oversees nursing schedules to assure they meet resident needs; as well as, regulatory and budgetary standards. 14. Participates in the recruitment and selection of nursing personnel and assures sufficient staff are hired. 15. Oversees and supervises development and delivery of in-service education to equip nursing staff with sufficient knowledge and skills to provide compassionate, quality care and respect for resident rights. 16. Proactively develops positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs. Promotes teamwork, mutual respect and effective communication. 17. Performs rounds to observe care and to interview staff, residents, families or other interested parties. 18. Monitors staff for compliance with OSHA mandates and facility policies on workplace safety. Proactively develops procedures and incentives to promote workplace safety and safe work practices. 19. Establishes, implements and monitors the infection control program designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment designed to prevent the devilment and transmission of disease and infection. 20. Reviews infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and to develop effective actions to control and prevent infections. Submits an infection control report findings to the QA Committee. 21. Actively participates as a member of the QA Committee. 22. Coordinates and/or develops on-going QA activities for nursing services to monitor nursing compliance with standards and regulatory requirements through rounds, interviews and record reviews. Compiles summary of findings for the Quality Assurance committee. 23. Helps the Administrator prepare staff for inspection surveys, instructing staff on matters of conduct and disclosure, being interviewed by inspectors, immediate corrections of problems noted by surveyors, etc. Reviews and reinforces important standards previously cited. 24. Participates in the preparation of the Plan of Correction response to an inspection survey and implements any follow-up QA required for any nursing allegations. 25. Communicates directly with residents, families, medical staff, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members and Department Heads to coordinate care and services, promote participation in care plans and maintain a high quality of care and life for residents. 26. Promotes customer service and hospitality and responds to and adequately resolves complaints or concerns from residents or families about nursing services. 27. Monitors facility incidents and complaints daily to identify those defined as unusual occurrences by State policy and promptly reports such occurrences to Administrator for appropriate action. 28. Monitors complaint reports daily for allegations of potential abuse or neglect, or the loss or misappropriation of resident property and participates in these investigations. 29. Promotes compliance with accident prevention procedures, safety rules and safe work practices to prevent employee injury and illness and control worker’s compensation costs. 30. Assures staff is trained in fire, disaster and other emergency procedures. Evaluates staff performance during drills. 31. Interacts courteously with residents, family members, employees, visitors, vendors, business associates and representatives of government agencies. 32. Acts in an administrative capacity in the absence of the Administrator. The preceding list of essential functions is not all inclusive and may be supplemented. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills : Knowledge of current federal and state laws and regulations that apply to the practice of nursing in a skilled nursing facility. Strong organizational, time management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities. Special Requirements : Must be able to work overtime. Must be available on an “on-call” basis. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

The University of Vermont Health Network Burlington, VT

10 months ago

Registered Nurse- Home Dialysis

Building Name: UVMMC - Dialysis South BurlingtonLocation Address: 35 Joy Drive, South Burlington VermontRegularDepartment: Renal Services - Home DialysisShift: VariableSalary Range: Min $39.42 Mid $52.02 Max $64.62Recruiter: Greg Cary Unit Description: THIS POSITION IS PER DIEM AND DOES NOT HAVE SET SCHEDULED HOURS. Our home dialysis training site supports Peritoneal Dialysis and Home Hemodialysis modalities. The home program staff provides dialysis training and can discuss dialysis options, schedule consults, and answer questions concerning home dialysis treatment or supplies. Candidates must have at least one (1) year of prior or current RN dialysis experience to be considered. On-Call: Not Required This is a bargaining union position.

Correctional