Registered Nurse

Overview

• Provide compassionate nursing care in a dynamic adult day care environment, focusing on chronic conditions and vision impairments.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive health services and education tailored to registrants' needs.
• Conduct thorough assessments and develop personalized care plans to enhance registrants' health outcomes.
• Coordinate healthcare services and maintain effective communication with registrants' private physicians and caregivers.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and infection control standards within the facility.
• Provide health education and counseling to registrants and their families, promoting informed health decisions.
• Supervise nursing students and volunteers, fostering professional growth and development.
• Support registrants with daily activities, including escorting and meal service, ensuring their comfort and dignity.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and document findings accurately to inform care plans.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans to meet registrants' health needs.
• Monitor medication administration and ensure compliance with inventory and safety standards.
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and educate staff on emergency protocols.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment, ensuring medical equipment is in optimal condition.
• Lead health education sessions and provide one-on-one counseling to registrants.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives to enhance care standards.
• Assist registrants with transportation and personal care needs, ensuring dignity and respect.
• Act as Program Director in their absence, maintaining seamless program operations.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.
• Current Registered Nurse license with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in MS Word and preferred certification in UAS-NY.
• Experience in Med/Surg, Long Term Care, or Community Health settings.
• Strong communication, documentation, and assessment skills.
• Physical ability to lift and transfer registrants safely and effectively.
• Commitment to confidentiality and adherence to healthcare information security policies.
• Empathy and enthusiasm for working with adult and elderly populations.
• Flexibility to perform interdisciplinary team tasks and general assistance duties.