Registered Nurse For Skilled Nursing Facility in Brooklyn - Ditmas Park Nursing & Rehab

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for managing the individualized Patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health through the nursing process; collaborating with Physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to Patients, Friends, and Families; and supervising assigned team members.

The RN is responsible to the Clinical Manager for the assigned Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver patient care through the facility Nurse activities.
• Obtain and prepare patient health records for Doctors to evaluate.
• Administer medicines and intravenous fluids to patients as ordered by Physicians.
• Change wound dressings and care for other treatment options.
• Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions when appropriate
• Consult with supervisors and Doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patients
• Monitor blood pressures, temperatures and vital signs at regular intervals.
• Operate oxygen apparatus, Spiro meters and other diagnosis equipment.
• Observe and report all symptoms and reactions of patients to treatment interventions.
• Assist and support Physician or Doctor in patient care deliveries.
• Direct and supervise Nurses, Nurse Assistants and Nurse Aides.
• Follow established Nursing guidelines and regulations in patient care delivery issues.

Requirements:

• Education: BS in Nursing.
• An advanced degree is preferred.
• An Associate's degree in Nursing with applicable work experience may be considered in lieu of a BS.
• NYS license in Nursing with current registration is preferred.

Experience:

• Previous Long term Experience is preferable.
• Good investigative skills.
• Ability to write, educate and work independently.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

• One location