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Job Description Registered Nurse (RN) - CARS Outpatient Clinic Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs. Registered Nurse The Registered Professional Nurse in CARS is responsible for the provision of direct patient care to a designated group of patients, in a fast paced multi-faceted department. These responsibilities will include the observation data collection, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patient's physical, psychological, emotional, educational and spiritual needs. Roles and Responsibilities: • Helps to maintain 24-hour accountability for quality of care of clients., • Completes physical & mental health assessments (VS, risk assessments, withdrawal assessment (COWS) as indicated by Part 820 regulations, • Administers and monitors treatment regimens, • Administers prescribed medications, • Observes and reports behavioral changes, • Maintains control of drugs and medications, • Triage emergent client medical issues and coordinate care with the Nursing Staff, PA, NP, Medical Director and outside providers., • Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms, • Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting, • Direct care provided by licensed practical nurses, • Respects cultural and religious practices of patients, • Helps to maintain 24-hour accountability for quality of care of clients., • Ensure OASAS/Medicaid regulatory compliance, Collaborates with Director of Nursing, Direct Care Staff, Counselors, Clinical Directors, other Department Managers and Compliance Manager in Quality Assessment, Assurance, and Performance Improvement Activities Required Skills and Experience: • Associates Degree in Nursing from an Accredited School of Nursing required, Bachelor's degree preferred., • BLS Certification,, • Successful completion of CPI training within 3 months of hire., • Graduate of an Accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred Physical Requirements: • Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., Use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs), including boxes, equipment, IV solutions and stooping and kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on lower shelves and to file documents in lower file drawers); sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time may be necessary; must be able physically to operate the equipment used for the job. Location and Travel Requirements: • Onsite, • Less than 25% Travel Pay Range Disclosure: • $35.63 to $44.18 per hour Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at . Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Registered Nurse (RN)- Per Diem MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Current NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license (copy required upon hire), • Valid New York State Driver's License (copy required upon hire), • Yearly Physical (required within 1 month of hire), • CPR and First Aid Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent), • Ability to work with a diverse population presenting a variety of cultural, socioeconomic, developmental, and sexual identities. Must be willing to establish and foster healthy and supportive relationships that acknowledge individual identities and encourage personal growth. PREFERRED • Experience with adolescent populations, • Knowledge of OCFS and Article 29-I VFCA Health Facility regulations REQUIREMENTS § Multi-State Sex Offender Registry (SOR) § NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) fingerprinting § NYS Justice Center Staff Exclusion List (SEL) § NYS OMIG Medicaid Exclusion List § Out-of-state child abuse register inquiry of any state in which the person resided within the last five years (if applicable) § NYS License Event Notification Service (LENS) § Office of Inspector General (OIG) • NYS Professions – Professional License Check, • Must successfully complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) HOURS • Flexible to meet the needs of the program, • Two weekend shifts per month SALARY $38 -$45/hour PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Must be able to lift 25 lbs, assist with medical equipment, and move across campus buildings, • Must wear PPE and follow agency protocols during illness outbreaks or isolation procedures OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION To deliver comprehensive, high-quality, trauma-informed nursing care and health education to youth at The William George Agency by the NYS Office of Professions’ RN scope of practice and Article 29-I VFCA Health Facility guidelines. This role ensures routine, chronic, and urgent health services are provided effectively to youth in care while promoting best practices in documentation, infection control, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a residential care setting. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain a courteous, respectful, and professional demeanor at all times when interacting with residents, internal staff, nursing and medical personnel, external healthcare providers, hospitals, parents, and other professionals involved in the coordination and delivery of resident medical care., • Conduct medical assessments, including 24-hour screenings, intake evaluations, and HIV risk assessments per regulatory guidelines, • Conduct triage and provide first aid, blood draws, and manage chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes), and provide reproductive health education, • Administer and reconcile prescribed medications per NYS and Article 29-I regulations using blister packs, strip packaging, EMAR, and tracking logs, • Maintain compliance with immunization schedules and vaccine storage protocols (e.g., daily temperature logs, VIS documentation), • Document all services accurately and in a timely manner in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) (Welligent), including medical appointments, session notes, and medication administration., • Maintain compliance with recordkeeping, medical safety plans, clinic logs, and discharge/travel medication packaging, • Collaborate with physicians, NP’s, behavioral clinicians, and residential staff to establish and monitor the youth’s treatment goals, • Coordinate transport and accompany youth to on-/off-campus appointments as needed, • Deliver trauma-informed education to youth on hygiene, chronic illness management, and safe health practices, • Support staff education on OSHA, infection control, seizure protocols, and medication protocols as needed, • Maintain clinic cleanliness, secure storage of medications, and supply inventory, • Follow all protocols for off-campus referrals, incident follow-up, and post-op care, • Participate in internal audits, quality improvement, and safety initiatives, • Rotate on-call cell phone coverage to support after-hours needs, • Record and report after-hours contacts per agency protocol, • Support staff training related to medical procedures and medication protocols, • Attend nursing, administrative, and agency-wide meetings as requested to support the needs of the clinic and the Agency, • Assist in staff physical exams, including BP, Height, Weight, and BMI, and maintain written records for the medical clinic/personnel., • Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Director, Nursing Supervisor, or Assistant Nursing Supervisor., • Responsible for adhering to and performing all duties by every safety standard, practice, and policy of The William George Agency., • Adhere to all rules, regulations, policies, and philosophy of The William George Agency and the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. DEPARTMENT Medical Clinic POSITION LEVEL Responsible to the Nursing Supervisor(s) and Medical Director About The William George Agency for Children’s Services The William George Agency for Children’s Services is located on a 650-acre campus nine miles northeast of Ithaca, in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. It is a private, not-for-profit residential treatment center licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) that serves both male and female youth between the ages of 12 and 21, and their families, who present with significant mental health issues, behavioral difficulties, and substance abuse issues. Our programs offer an array of treatment modalities specifically designed to meet the needs of our youth. The William George Agency for Children’s Services is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. This job description intends to provide, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibilities of positions given this title. It shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific job duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Outstanding Benefits Package Working at The William George Agency for Children’s Services has benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards, including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also offer generous paid time off to support your work-life balance.

Job Description Registered Nurse (RN) - Full Time Days MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Current NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license (copy required upon hire), • Valid New York State Driver's License (copy required upon hire), • Yearly Physical (required within 1 month of hire), • CPR and First Aid Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent), • Ability to work with a diverse population presenting a variety of cultural, socioeconomic, developmental, and sexual identities. Must be willing to establish and foster healthy and supportive relationships that acknowledge individual identities and encourage personal growth. PREFERRED • Experience with adolescent populations, • Knowledge of OCFS and Article 29-I VFCA Health Facility regulations REQUIREMENTS § Multi-State Sex Offender Registry (SOR) § NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) fingerprinting § NYS Justice Center Staff Exclusion List (SEL) § NYS OMIG Medicaid Exclusion List § Out-of-state child abuse register inquiry of any state in which the person resided within the last five years (if applicable) § NYS License Event Notification Service (LENS) § Office of Inspector General (OIG) • NYS Professions – Professional License Check, • Must successfully complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) HOURS • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Must be flexible to meet the program's needs, including participation in rotating weekend coverage and on-call responsibilities. SALARY $80,000 - $90,000 annual PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Must be able to lift 25 lbs, assist with medical equipment, and move across campus buildings, • Must wear PPE and follow agency protocols during illness outbreaks or isolation procedures OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION To deliver comprehensive, high-quality, trauma-informed nursing care and health education to youth at The William George Agency by the NYS Office of Professions’ RN scope of practice and Article 29-I VFCA Health Facility guidelines. This role ensures routine, chronic, and urgent health services are provided effectively to youth in care while promoting best practices in documentation, infection control, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a residential care setting. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain a courteous, respectful, and professional demeanor at all times when interacting with residents, internal staff, nursing and medical personnel, external healthcare providers, hospitals, parents, and other professionals involved in the coordination and delivery of resident medical care., • Conduct medical assessments, including 24-hour screenings, intake evaluations, and HIV risk assessments per regulatory guidelines, • Conduct triage and provide first aid, blood draws, and manage chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes), and provide reproductive health education, • Administer and reconcile prescribed medications per NYS and Article 29-I regulations using blister packs, strip packaging, EMAR, and tracking logs, • Maintain compliance with immunization schedules and vaccine storage protocols (e.g., daily temperature logs, VIS documentation), • Document all services accurately and in a timely manner in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) (Welligent), including medical appointments, session notes, and medication administration., • Maintain compliance with recordkeeping, medical safety plans, clinic logs, and discharge/travel medication packaging, • Collaborate with physicians, NP’s, behavioral clinicians, and residential staff to establish and monitor the youth’s treatment goals, • Coordinate transport and accompany youth to on-/off-campus appointments as needed, • Deliver trauma-informed education to youth on hygiene, chronic illness management, and safe health practices, • Support staff education on OSHA, infection control, seizure protocols, and medication protocols as needed, • Maintain clinic cleanliness, secure storage of medications, and supply inventory, • Follow all protocols for off-campus referrals, incident follow-up, and post-op care, • Participate in internal audits, quality improvement, and safety initiatives, • Rotate on-call cell phone coverage to support after-hours needs, • Record and report after-hours contacts per agency protocol, • Support staff training related to medical procedures and medication protocols, • Attend nursing, administrative, and agency-wide meetings as requested to support the needs of the clinic and the Agency, • Assist in staff physical exams, including BP, Height, Weight, and BMI, and maintain written records for the medical clinic/personnel., • Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Director, Nursing Supervisor, or Assistant Nursing Supervisor., • Responsible for adhering to and performing all duties by every safety standard, practice, and policy of The William George Agency., • Adhere to all rules, regulations, policies, and philosophy of The William George Agency and the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. DEPARTMENT Medical Clinic POSITION LEVEL Responsible to the Nursing Supervisor(s) and Medical Director About The William George Agency for Children’s Services The William George Agency for Children’s Services is located on a 650-acre campus nine miles northeast of Ithaca, in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. It is a private, not-for-profit residential treatment center licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) that serves both male and female youth between the ages of 12 and 21, and their families, who present with significant mental health issues, behavioral difficulties, and substance abuse issues. Our programs offer an array of treatment modalities specifically designed to meet the needs of our youth. The William George Agency for Children’s Services is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. This job description intends to provide, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibilities of positions given this title. It shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific job duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Outstanding Benefits Package Working at The William George Agency for Children’s Services has benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards, including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also offer generous paid time off to support your work-life balance.

Job Description Centralus Health serves Arnot Health System (AHS) and Cayuga Health System (CHS). Visit for more information. Job Title: Senior Director of Emergency Services Department: Emergency Services Centralus Health System Reports To: Chief Nursing Officers AHS and CHS Job Type: Full-Time Position Summary: The Senior Director of Emergency Departments is a strategic and operational leader responsible for the oversight, coordination, and continuous improvement of emergency services across multiple hospitals within Centralus Healthcare System. This role ensures high-quality, patient-centered care while optimizing operational efficiency, compliance, and financial performance. The System Director works closely with site leadership, physicians, nursing staff, and administrative teams to standardize processes, enhance performance, and align departmental goals with the organization's mission and values. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership/Collaboration • Strong leadership, critical thinking, and change management skills., • Provide system-level leadership and strategic direction for emergency departments across all facilities., • Develop and implement initiatives that align emergency services with overall organizational objectives and strategic plan., • Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement., • Act as liaison between emergency departments and executive leadership, clinical departments, EMS, and community stakeholders., • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills., • Proven ability to analyze data, lead performance improvement initiatives, and drive results., • Standardize clinical protocols, workflows, and performance metrics across all ED locations., • Ensure optimal staffing models and scheduling to meet patient volume and acuity., • Monitor department performance using KPIs such as wait times, LWBS (left without being seen), patient satisfaction, and throughput., • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory standards, including EMTALA and Joint Commission requirements., • Mentor and support ED managers, nurse leaders, and frontline staff., • Promote professional development, succession planning, and staff retention initiatives., • Oversee and facilitate recruitment, orientation, and evaluation of key ED personnel., • Develop and manage annual budgets for emergency departments across the system., • Monitor expenses, revenue, and financial performance, implementing cost-containment strategies where appropriate., • Promotes systems thinking, team building, mentorship, planning, & transformation. Sets a clear vision inspiring others to follow and implements effective project management skill., • Demonstrates personal & professional accountability, career planning, ethics, & advocacy., • Serves as a mentor and role model to divisional leadership team., • Keeps emotions from interfering with responding effectively to customer relationships., • Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field required., • RN License in State of New York, • 8-10 years of acute care hospital experience, • Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in emergency nursing, • Experience with Epic HER, • This position requires frequent standing and walking. Routine office job. Requires light, moderate, or considerable physical effort., • May require frequent lifting of light weight material and infrequent lifting or moving of heavy weight material. Centralus Health serves Arnot Health System (AHS) and Cayuga Health System (CHS). Visit for more information. Job Title: Senior Director of Emergency Services Department: Emergency Services Centralus Health System Reports To: Chief Nursing Officers AHS and CHS Job Type: Full-Time Position Summary: The Senior Director of Emergency Departments is a strategic and operational leader responsible for the oversight, coordination, and continuous improvement of emergency services across multiple hospitals within Centralus Healthcare System. This role ensures high-quality, patient-centered care while optimizing operational efficiency, compliance, and financial performance. The System Director works closely with site leadership, physicians, nursing staff, and administrative teams to standardize processes, enhance performance, and align departmental goals with the organization's mission and values. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership/Collaboration • Strong leadership, critical thinking, and change management skills., • Provide system-level leadership and strategic direction for emergency departments across all facilities., • Develop and implement initiatives that align emergency services with overall organizational objectives and strategic plan., • Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement., • Act as liaison between emergency departments and executive leadership, clinical departments, EMS, and community stakeholders., • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills., • Proven ability to analyze data, lead performance improvement initiatives, and drive results., • Standardize clinical protocols, workflows, and performance metrics across all ED locations., • Ensure optimal staffing models and scheduling to meet patient volume and acuity., • Monitor department performance using KPIs such as wait times, LWBS (left without being seen), patient satisfaction, and throughput., • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory standards, including EMTALA and Joint Commission requirements., • Mentor and support ED managers, nurse leaders, and frontline staff., • Promote professional development, succession planning, and staff retention initiatives., • Oversee and facilitate recruitment, orientation, and evaluation of key ED personnel., • Develop and manage annual budgets for emergency departments across the system., • Monitor expenses, revenue, and financial performance, implementing cost-containment strategies where appropriate., • Promotes systems thinking, team building, mentorship, planning, & transformation. Sets a clear vision inspiring others to follow and implements effective project management skill., • Demonstrates personal & professional accountability, career planning, ethics, & advocacy., • Serves as a mentor and role model to divisional leadership team., • Keeps emotions from interfering with responding effectively to customer relationships., • Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field required., • RN License in State of New York, • 8-10 years of acute care hospital experience, • Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in emergency nursing, • Experience with Epic HER, • This position requires frequent standing and walking. Routine office job. Requires light, moderate, or considerable physical effort., • May require frequent lifting of light weight material and infrequent lifting or moving of heavy weight material. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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