Registered Nurse (RN)nnWe are looking for a talented and hard-working RN to join their ever-growing team.nnJob Duties:nnAssists in defining, maintaining and interpreting standards of practice.nnPerforms required skills (assessment, intervention) according to guidelines, policies and procedures.nnParticipates in interdisciplinary committees which influence or determine policies affecting nursing practice.nnFollow facility procedures/protocols for admitting residents transferring to hospitals/clinics/outpatient visits and completion of appropriate documentation based on established guideline.nnMakes rounds on all resident rooms and ensure that the L.P.N.’s, C.N.A.’s and/or others under his/her supervision receive their resident reports, has their assignments and break times scheduled.nnAssist the L.P.N. in establishing routines which facilitate a high level of nursing practice.nnReceives and give reports from and to outgoing and incoming shifts. Count or ensure the counting of controlled drugs with outgoing and incoming shifts.nnCoordinates/Prepares MDS schedules for quarterly, annual and significant change assessments.nnComplete MDS Booklet as per schedule (Nursing Sections).nnReviews and signs off on all completed MDS and RAP Summary.nnDevelops care plan that demonstrate knowledge of criteria to ascertain resident specific needs based on health care problem(s).nnMakes needed revisions and updates to the care plans.nnEnsures that care plan is carried out which demonstrates familiarity with criteria to establish priorities specific to anticipated outcomes.nnMonitors the provision of care for the residents in his/her assigned unit.nnInterprets philosophy and objectives of nursing service to residents, families and others.nnIdentifies resident/family learning needs based on the discharge care plan as applicable and carries out appropriate teaching required.nnDemonstrates ability to coordinate and collaborate with resident/family and other members of the comprehensive health care team.nnMonitors the administration and accurate recording of medications used.nnInvestigates and follow through on medication errors.nnNotifies physicians of pertinent observations and reactions, incident and abnormal laboratory and x-ray results as required and documents same promptly.nnTranscribes physician orders timely and ensure orders are implemented as appropriate.nnReports all resident, visitor and work-related accidents/injuries and demonstrates appropriate follow through by investigating, documenting and processing incident reports.nnAccepts guidance, supervision, and criticism if needed.nnPractices in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory agencies regulations.nnAssures that a stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc. are maintained at adequate levels at all times.nnAssume the authority, responsibility and accountability of directing your nursing shifts.nnOther responsibilities as deemed necessary and appropriate or as may be directed by the Director of Nursing Services or Administrator.nnQualifications/Requirements:nnGraduate of an accredited School of NursingnnM.S./B.S. or equivalent experience preferrednnLicensed to practice in New York StatennNursing Experience which one has acquired clinical competence and strong leadership skills.nnDemonstrates an understanding of and appreciation of the aging process.nnAbility to be self-directive in delegated areas of responsibility.nnShift Needs:nnPart-Time ( All Shifts)nnSalary Range:nnCommensurate with ExperiencennBenefits:nnBenefits Package OfferednnWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer.nnIND123