Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Overview

• The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide and coordinate multidisciplinary health services for older adults in a dynamic Adult Day Care Center.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to implement comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs.
• Conduct clinical assessments and ensure accurate documentation of nursing evaluations and care plans.
• Administer medications and provide skilled nursing services in compliance with physician orders.
• Oversee and assign tasks to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) based on established care plans.
• Evaluate patient progress and communicate updates to the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal care delivery.
• Educate patients and families on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive strategies.
• Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards while delivering compassionate care.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss patient progress and adherence to care plans.

Registered Nurse Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and document findings in patient records quarterly and upon intake.
• Ensure timely completion and follow-up of physician orders to maintain continuity of care.
• Administer medications, prefill prescriptions, and perform skilled nursing tasks as prescribed.
• Coordinate and oversee CNA tasks to ensure alignment with patient care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to evaluate patient diagnoses and adjust interventions as necessary.
• Monitor patient health status and communicate changes to physicians and team members promptly.
• Educate patients and families on health management and preventive care strategies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to report on patient progress and adherence to care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all services provided, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Current license and registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience in acute or subacute care settings.
• Experience in Adult Care Centers or geriatric care preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is highly desirable.
• UAS certification is preferred for enhanced patient assessment capabilities.
• Strong clinical documentation and diagnosis coding skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.