• Directly oversees nursing care provided to patients or participants in a department, function or site. Assigns and directs staff’s daily work and all day to day activities. Follows up to ensure duties are carried out.
• Functions as a staff RN when necessary. May support the Director of Site Operations, Program Director or Nurse Manager in providing adequate coverage of nursing personnel for vacations, absences, holidays, etc.
• Facilitates communication of vital information to all staff as necessary; reviews changes/adjustments to schedule.
• May work with a scheduler to ensure patients are scheduled/rescheduled for appointments and tests as necessary.
• On a daily basis, reviews all required documentation for completion and accuracy.
• Monitors and ensures the proper use of equipment in assigned area. Provides instruction or obtains maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Monitors medication and other patient related errors. Takes action to minimize occurrence and follows up appropriately per policy and/or regulations.
• Monitors follow through on provider’s verbal and written orders to ensure completion including lab work, consults, appointment scheduling, rescheduling and follow up etc.
• In working with the team, ensures the unit is in compliance with NY State Department of Health regulations and in compliance with corporate and regulatory policies and procedures; addresses issues appropriately.
• Orients and trains new clinical staff, ensuring all clinical and regulatory requirements are met and the orientation and competency paperwork has been completed.
• Provides health training to participants, family and caregivers as required; assesses participant abilities and suggests interventions to maximize independence and quality of life.
• Assists in data gathering for QA/QI reporting as required; assists in evaluation of QA/QI trends and participates in plan of correction development, implementation, and compliance rechecks.
• Ensures environment is clean and safe for patients by conducting rounds. Initiates corrective actions as required. Assists in the monitoring of compliance with QA checks (refrigerator, code cart, etc.) and works with the nurse manager to ensure policy adherence.
• Leads or participates in staff in-service and meetings; fulfills in-service requirements and oversees compliance of department, function or site staff in this regard.
• Acts as primary liaison for team and contracted providers; provides direct input into patients’ care plans as appropriate, communicates changes for treatments/medication to interdisciplinary team and contracted providers and care givers as appropriate.
• Completes own tasks promptly and ensures staff completes tasks in a timely manner.
• Identifies systems/processes in need of improvement and makes recommendations to Director of Site Operations, Program Director or Nurse Manager.

• As a Manager, this position is responsible for the ongoing operations and routine decision making within the function, department or site. Emphasis is on executing strategy and tactics. May provide input on strategic matters.
• Interprets and applies organization policy, ensuring all activities are in compliance.
• Delegates, organizes and coordinates the daily operations of departments within the function, department or site.
• Promotes and encourages teamwork among employees and supervisors, and between departments. Communicates ideas and goals clearly and is an effective listener. Ensures that information is effectively communicated and shared throughout the department and organization. Provides and encourages effective coaching. Promotes a positive environment of constructive feedback.
• Uses effective communication skills, such as, active listening, unbiased and nonjudgmental language, and open communication style with all staff.
• Uses effective communication and critical thinking skills during conflict resolution, problem solving, decision making, and other complex dialogues.
• Keeps current in his/her area of specialization and in emerging and best practices.
• Fosters process improvements for greater operating efficiency and resident/customer service. Ensures optimal workflow and adequate resources.
• Actively leads or participates in meetings, teams and task forces as requested.
• Ensures adequate skills, training and development among staff.
• Manages and supervises assigned personnel, including performance management, scheduling, and orientation. With the Director and Human Resources guidance, makes or approves recommendations on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, disciplinary actions, terminations and similar actions. In conjunction with HR, resolves grievances and other personnel problems in a fair, timely and consistent manner.
• May have input to or recommendations for operating budgets.

• 3+ years nursing experience preferably in long term/acute care.
• 1+ years supervisory experience.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN or BS in related field preferred.
• Current New York State RN license and registration in good standing required.
• Proven patient assessment and clinical skills.
• Knowledge of NY DOH regulations.
• Current knowledge of best practice nursing standards and the care planning process.
• Ability to manage and guide staff while carrying out the duties of an RN.
• 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 and sometimes noisy environment.
• Proficient in computer programs and able to learn new software rapidly.
• Proven organizational and time management skills.
• Ability and knowledge to respond in emergency situations.
• Ability to analyze problems, plan resolution strategies, implement solutions and evaluate outcomes.

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• Excellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance
• Disability coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) Retirement/Pension Plans
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Free Loretto Health Clinic Visits
• Generous Paid Time-Off Accrual
• Fun events for employees
• Convenient locations with free parking
• Employee Coaches - to help you achieve life goals
• Diaper Assistance Program
• Opportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites!

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