NYC Health + Hospitals/McKinney provides high quality short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care in a comfortable person-centered setting. The McKinney Team commit themselves to the delivery of compassionate, comprehensive services in manner that promotes the dignity and respect of our residents. Each resident has a qualified and caring team of physicians, nurses, dieticians, and therapists dedicated to his/her physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is our goal to provide all residents with the best possible experience during their stay with us.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description
1. Gives nursing care to residents, as assigned by Head Nurse, Staff Nurse, ADNS or CNO.
2. Administers and records medications and treatments, as assigned in EMR in timely manner.
3. Assists with organization of nursing care for residents and/or assumes charge of unit, as assigned.
4. Makes out and/or reviews assignment with special attention to the following:

Delivery of care.

Checks arrival/leaving of staff on unit.

Even distribution of work load.

Directs staff assignment according to assessed priorities.
5. Attends staff meetings/in service.
6. Participates in resident care conferences and update care plans if needed in EMR.
7. Demonstrates knowledge of medication administration which includes dosage, route, action, side effects and contraindications. Utilities resources as necessary.
8. Demonstrates knowledge of unit response to emergency situation and carrier out responsibilities as directed and document in EMR.
9. Participates in educational programs that contribute to the improvement of nursing practice.
10. Maintains confidentiality of resident related issues and is supportive of resident's rights.
11. Reviewing nurses' notes from other shifts and follow up on any concerns or issues.
12. Guides/direct, instructs Patient Care Technicians (PCT) or Patient Care Associate (PCA) in rendering resident care as assigned.
13. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge of residents as assigned by Head Nurse, Staff Nurse, ADNS or CNO
14. Assists in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for resident and personnel.
15. Checks equipment and remove from service and report equipment for repair as needed.
16. Shares responsibilities with team members in evaluating effectiveness of resident care by observing and reporting resident vital signs, symptoms and general condition to appropriate individual (s).
17. Ensures that an individualized plan is implemented to ensure the comfort of resident. Asses for pain on an on-going basis.
18. Review resident medical record and observation, by responding to clinical alerts that was triggered by PCT/PCA when nursing care was rendered from POC.
19. Maintains clinical competence through participation and attendance at continuing education programs.
20. Performs other nursing functions related to resident care and nursing service, as assigned by Head Nurse, Staff Nurse, ADNS or CNO

Minimum Qualifications

Currently licensed or otherwise duly authorized to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New York.

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees

Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts

College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities

Multiple employee discounts programs