Location: Syracuse,NY, USA
OverviewCurrently Offering up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus!Full Time, Part Time and Per Diem Available!*Shift Differentials on Evenings and Nights!Calling all RNs! Join Loretto Health & Rehabilitation Centerlocated at700 E. Brighton Ave, Syracuse, NY 13205.Our Syracuse location is comprised of 2 buildings; the Cunningham building, a 13-floor, 487-bed long-term care skilled nursing facility, and Fahey Rehab, a 96-bed short-term residential rehabilitation program - the largest in Central New York. Our Fahey building offers specialized services including Palliative Care and Restorative Care. We offer thorough training and mentorship, as well as excellent wages, as well as flexible scheduling for certain positions. Whether you are a seasoned nurse or recent graduate we want to talk with you about joining our team!TheCharge Nurse, RN, is responsible for performing a variety of duties to provide quality nursing care and to coordinate total nursing care for residents. Under the guidance and direction of the Nurse Manager, participates in planning, organizing and reviewing operations, implements procedures and programs; determines work procedures and expedites work flow; ensures compliance with all operating policies, procedures, and regulations. Communicates with and supervises appropriate personnel; provides daily and other reports, and performs direct care duties using accepted nursing best practice standards when required*Availability for positions can vary. For more information, call Ryan Jones, Senior Nursing Recruiter at: 315-###-####ResponsibilitiesResident/Client CarePerforms and assists with various nursing procedures according to the procedure manual. Assists physicians with treatments or examinations when needed. Observes treatment and/or services performed by team members or other staff members.Actively participates in development of realistic, measureable, time bound goals for the resident and staff.Assists residents with ADLs and special care needs as indicated by Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator, Interdisciplinary team, etc.Ensures appropriate inventory level of nursing supplies to meet needs of residents. Ensures rotation of stock as required.Monitors and documents resident response to medications. Initiates appropriate actions based on observations.Obtains, transcribes and ensures Physician's orders are implemented accurately. Performs rounds to assess/evaluate resident care. Reports changes and document appropriately.Promotes an environment for the residents that acknowledges resident's rights, individuality and encourages maximum level of independence.Provides instruction and guidance to family, residents, and caregivers on medications and plan of treatment.Provides and assists with provision of direct care needs for residents according to care plan/physician orders/resident needs.Functions as a medication nurse if needed. Observes proper procedures regarding the passing of mediation, checking documentation for accuracy. Maintains accountability and follows procedures for narcotics and restricted drugs.Responds to emergencies; assesses resident condition, and makes responsible decisions about the type of medical attention required. Notifies family if patient is admitted to a hospital or transferred. Notifies physicians of significant changes in patient condition before notifying family. Collaborates with family with regard to hospitalization.DocumentationEnsures care plans are updated accurately, completely and timely as required by changes in status, physician orders, regulations, etc. Communicates updates effectively to interdisciplinary team.Ensures MARs are complete, accurate and timely.Collects and documents data relevant to resident's current health status, medical history, and discharge plan needs.Documents resident care information in accordance with Health Information procedures, adhering to regulatory requirements.CompliancePerforms resident care according to policy/procedures/standards and adheres to all third party agency regulations.Complies with annual orientation/re-orientation, health assessment, competencies, etc. as per policy/procedure and regulatory requirements.Employee DevelopmentActively participates in orientation for new employees as requested.Assists with in-services and education of staff. Complies with corporate and regulatory in-service requirements.Establishes staff priorities for nursing actions according to resident needs.Provides direction to staff to meet resident care needs.Equipment/Loretto PropertyEnsures medication carts are stocked and maintained prior to and upon completion of medication pass.Utilizes Loretto equipment as intended to achieve maximum useful life. Notifies maintenance of issues in a timely manner.Quality AssuranceEnsures nursing care actions are completed by staff accurately, completely and in a timely manner.Effectively supports Quality Assurance Performance Improvement activities though data gathering, auditing, analysis when requested to do so.Monitors resident/family/care giver compliance to care instructions. Initiates corrective action or further instruction as required.Corporate ParticipationActively participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.QualificationsGraduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN or BS in related field preferred.Current NYS license and registration as an RN in good standing required.Proven patient assessment and care planning skills.Current knowledge of best practice nursing standards and care.Ability and knowledge to respond in emergency situations.Ability to analyze problems, plan resolution strategies, implement solutions and evaluate outcomes.Ability to lead, guide and motivate staff.Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients, residents, and families from diverse backgrounds who may have physical, sensory and mental impairments.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.Proficient in MS Office programs and able to learn new software rapidly.INDNSBenefits/CompensationPay Range $37.03 - $49.09 / hour including shift differentialExcellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insuranceDisability coverageTuition Reimbursement Program401(k) Retirement/Pension PlansDiscounted Gym MembershipFree Loretto Health Clinic VisitsGenerous Paid Time-Off AccrualFun events for employeesConvenient locations with free parkingEmployee Coaches - to help you achieve life goalsDiaper Assistance ProgramOpportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites!Connect With Us! ( : Address700 E. Brighton AvenueJob Location - Site : CitySyracuseJob Location - Site : State/ProvinceNYLocation : Postal Code13205Min WageUSD $37.03/Hr.Max WageUSD $49.09/Hr.CategoryRN/LPNEmployment TypeFull Time