Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the nursing process. The RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care and coordinates with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Assess patient conditions and needs through physical exams, medical history review, and diagnostic results. Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed. Monitor patient progress and response to treatments; document and report findings. Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient records. Adhere to infection control, safety, and quality standards. Collaborate with physicians, case managers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. Supervise and delegate tasks to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other healthcare staff as appropriate. Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuing education. Qualifications: Education: Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ASN or BSN) from an accredited program. Licensure: Current RN license in the state of practice. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred or required depending on department. Experience: [Insert years] of clinical experience preferred; new graduates may be considered. Skills and Competencies: Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Proficient in electronic health records (EHR) systems Time management and organizational skills Work Environment: May require standing for long periods, lifting patients, and exposure to infectious diseases. Rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call may be required depending on the role.
Home Instead® is looking for a caring and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our wonderful team as a per diem Director of Patient Services and join our mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout the community! Home Instead® provides a variety of home care services that allow seniors to remain in their homes and meet the challenges of aging with dignity, care, and compassion. The Director of Patient Services at Home Instead will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of patient care within a home health agency, ensuring high quality care and compliance with regulations. This role involves managing the agency's day-to-day operations, including clinical operations, quality assurance, and staffing. The director also plays a crucial role in developing and implementing policies and procedures to maintain quality standard Qualifications: NYS Licensed and currently registered as Registered Nurse Graduate of approved school of nursing and holds a Diploma, Baccalaureate or Master's Degree 2 to 4 years experience in a patient care setting Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Clinical Operations Management: Overseeing and directing the clinical aspects of patient care, including the development and implementation of care plans, as well as the coordination of services provided by various disciplines. Quality Assurance: Ensuring that all patient care services meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. Staff Management: Supervising and supporting the agency's clinical and administrative staff, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluation. Policy and Procedure Development: Participating in the development and implementation of agency policies and procedures related to patient care, quality, and operations. Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that the agency is compliant with all applicable state and federal regulations. Secondary Responsibilities: Ability to communicate with clients and employees in a friendly, caring, and congenial manner Complete and meet the requirements of a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, sex registry screen, and drug screen Ability to operate Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word programs Possess a valid driver’s license and valid auto insurance Prefer some experience in senior care; occasional weekend and evening work may be necessary.