JOB REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Certification as a PRI Assessor. Completion of the MDS+ Training Course. Licensed in the State of New York as a Registered Professional Nurse. EXPERIENCE At least two years experience as a PRI Assessor in a long term care facility. EQUIPMENT, MACHINES, OR MANUAL SKILLS REQUIRED Computer PHYSICAL DEMANDS Position requires standing and sitting for long periods at a time. SPECIAL SKILLS Knowledge of the Medicare regulations in a Residential Health Care Facility. Excellent verbal and auditory skills required for communicating effectively and clearly with residents, families, physician and subordinates. Must have knowledge of computer. JOB SUMMARY: Assumes responsibility for the planning, organizing, implantation and evaluating programs of Medicare Assessments and Minimum Data Set Plus Coordinator. Functions as the Employee Health Nurse for the Brooklyn Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Performance Indicators 1. Ensures all Medicare determinations are completed in a timely manner. 2. Informs the Director of Nursing, Business Office and Social Service of all Medicare Determinations and Discontinuation of coverage. 3. Assess that necessary documentation required for Medicare coverage is completed. 4. Responsible for completion of Certification and Recertification forms and skilled care forms. 5. Coordinates the MDS+ form with the Unit Coordinator and related disciplines. 6. Delegates responsibilities for completing sections of the MDS+ to staff that has clinical knowledge about the resident. 7. Establish the facility’s policies and procedures to assure that key clinical personnel on all shifts are knowledgeable about the information found on the resident’s MDS+ and report changes on the resident’s status. 8. Coordinates with the Unit Coordinator and other disciplines the resident assessment (MDS+) and the care planning practices (RAPS). 9. Participates in the Interdisciplinary Resident Care Plan meeting to ensure that the activities of the committee result in proper identification of problems, complications, and risk factors. 10. Coordinates with the Director of Nursing the quarterly preparation and submission of PRI’s for RUG reimbursements. 11. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary committees which influence or determining policies affecting nursing practice. 12. Coordinates the Employee Health Services in the Nursing Home. 13.Follows all appropriate safety procedures. 14. Respects residents’ rights at all time. 15. Performs all related duties as required and unrelated duties as requested during emergencies.
Brooklyn Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is Now Hiring Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)! Brooklyn Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located in the heart of Brooklyn and is close to public transportation. New Grads Welcome! Opportunities for Career Growth Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Paid time off (PTO) package and Paid Holidays Overtime Opportunities Available Referral Bonuses – Earn by Referring Friends and Family! Weekly Employee Appreciation Events Supportive Staffing Ratios FUN and Friendly Work Environment - GREAT leadership team! Qualifications for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN): Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license Compassionate, patient-focused, and committed to providing high-quality care. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Responsibilities: Collecting information from the patients to be admitted; medical records, insurance details Recording health details of patients; including vitals & temperature Helps the patient prepare for medical examinations and takes test samples from patients Administering medications and injections to patients as needed Treating and dressing wounds as needed May be required to supervise Certified Nursing Assistants Helps patients get dressed & take care of personal hygiene Monitors patients’ food and liquid intake and output Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) may start as early as NEXT WEEK! APPLY NOW! IND123
Brookyln Gardens is Now Hiring Day Shift Registered Nurse Unit Managers! Opportunities for Career Growth Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Paid time off (PTO) package Overtime Opportunities Available Employee Appreciation Events Supportive Staffing Ratios FUN and Friendly Work Environment - GREAT leadership team! Qualifications for RN Unit Manager: Registered Nurse (RN) license Responsibilities of RN Supervisor: Complete resident care requirements by scheduling and assigning nursing staff. Establish a compassionate environment by providing support to residents & families. Provide information to residents & staff by answering questions and requests. Maintain safe & clean working environment by implementing rules & regulations. Maintain resident confidence by monitoring confidential information processing. Maintain documentation of resident care services. Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams. It is the mission of Brooklyn Gardens to serve our residents with respect, dignity and a high degree of attentiveness to their needs. We strive to be a center of excellence while providing high quality, caring and home-like services to all who enter our doors. Above all, we help rehabilitate our residents by aiding them along the path to their recovery, enabling them to return home sooner. APPLY NOW!
