Coordinates the work of all disciplines involved in completing Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and resident care plans according to regulatory requirements and guidelines. Provides assistance to the Nursing Director by providing in-service to staff, assessing competencies, and evaluating nursing... [+] More

Coordinates the work of all disciplines involved in completing Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and resident care plans according to regulatory requirements and guidelines. Provides assistance to the Nursing Director by providing in-service to staff, assessing competencies, and evaluating nursing staff. Plans, supervises, and evaluates the delivery of resident care and activities. Provides nursing care and ensures that nursing procedures are followed. Reviews resident care plans and conducts interdisciplinary care plan conferences. Typically requires completion of a nursing program at an accredited school of nursing as a Registered Nurse and a minimum of three years of nursing experience in a long-term care setting working with MDS. A valid nursing license is required.

Ensures that medical supplies and equipment are maintained on each unit. Oversees documentation to comply with Medicare or state reimbursement rules. Monitors medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that they are properly administered. Interprets resident charts to accurately complete sections of the MDS. Performs quality improvement audits and assists in the implementation of quality assurance measures. Reviews resident charts for contradictions in information and researches any contradictions to determine what is valid. Reviews and investigates complaints and incident reports. [-] Less

Provides telephone triage to member of the health plan. Advises and instructs callers on proper health care after assessing the urgency of symptoms or complaints.

Answers telephone inquiries, assesses symptoms and provides assistance to members of the health plan in accordance... [+] More

Provides telephone triage to member of the health plan. Advises and instructs callers on proper health care after assessing the urgency of symptoms or complaints.

Answers telephone inquiries, assesses symptoms and provides assistance to members of the health plan in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols. Provides clinical nursing evaluation and assessment and instructs callers to seek appropriate medical care. Notifies physician on call with pertinent medical information or if consultation is deemed necessary by nurse. Provides nursing referral to appropriate and available resources, including affiliated services, affiliated medical practice or community resource. Enters data into a computerized database and forwards facsimiles to appropriate health providers. Consults and facilitates after hours communication with physicians, nurses, hospital staff and outside agencies. Communicates with pharmacies and providers to refill medications or to clarify prescriptions. Typically requires graduation from an accredited School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse with two years of hospital or public health nursing experience. May provide health insurance eligibility, pharmacy benefits, provider information, and other information to callers. [-] Less

Administers IV therapy and infusion treatments and educates patients and caregivers on IV procedures and care. Typically requires graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing with a bachelor's degree preferred. Two years of IV experience is usually required.

Supports the... [+] More

Administers IV therapy and infusion treatments and educates patients and caregivers on IV procedures and care. Typically requires graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing with a bachelor's degree preferred. Two years of IV experience is usually required.

Supports the care team in the provision of patient and family care on an identified shift. Chooses and monitors venipuncture and/or catheter insertion sites. Has shift accountability for the assurance of appropriate staffing resources for the provision of quality patient care on an identified shift. Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Ensures that patient has necessary solutions and equipment. [-] Less

Provides ongoing evaluation and nursing case management services, meeting with clients in their homes, work-sites, or physician's or therapist's office. Assesses, evaluates, and analyzes injured workers' medical and/or vocational status, and develops, coordinates, and implements a viable, realistic service plan.... [+] More

Provides ongoing evaluation and nursing case management services, meeting with clients in their homes, work-sites, or physician's or therapist's office. Assesses, evaluates, and analyzes injured workers' medical and/or vocational status, and develops, coordinates, and implements a viable, realistic service plan. Monitors the progress of the injured/disabled individuals and reports results back to the employer and insurance carrier.

Develops a plan of care for patients from admission to discharge. Monitors individuals' progress toward desired outcomes through assessments and evaluations. Communicates both in-person and by phone with client, medical providers, attorneys, employers, employees, insurance carriers, etc. Develops and administers education and prevention programs. Develops guidelines for working with patients, healthcare management companies, insurance companies, or other third party payers to determine quality, cost-effective care. Applies all special instructions required by individual insurance carriers and referral sources. Applies all laws and regulations that apply to the provision of rehabilitation services. Testifies when called upon to do so, to substantiate any casework or reports that may be seen as relevant to hearing involving client. Evaluates outcome of patient care. Prepares reports and other required paperwork as documentation of all casework activities. May arrange referrals, consultations, therapeutic services, and confers with other specialists on course of care and treatment. [-] Less

Treats and provides general nursing care to patients in Emergency Care Unit of hospital, infirmary, or similar health care facility. Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved... [+] More

Treats and provides general nursing care to patients in Emergency Care Unit of hospital, infirmary, or similar health care facility. Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Requires RN license.

Takes temperatures, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient. Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. [-] Less

Treats and provides general nursing care to patients in Emergency Care Unit of hospital, infirmary, or similar health care facility. Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved... [+] More

Treats and provides general nursing care to patients in Emergency Care Unit of hospital, infirmary, or similar health care facility. Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Requires RN license.

Takes temperatures, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient. Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. [-] Less

Provides nursing assistance to surgical team during surgical procedures. Assures that all equipment is sterilized and inventoried prior to operation. Aids surgical personnel by passing items to them during procedure as directed. Records required details of operation in patient records... [+] More

Provides nursing assistance to surgical team during surgical procedures. Assures that all equipment is sterilized and inventoried prior to operation. Aids surgical personnel by passing items to them during procedure as directed. Records required details of operation in patient records during time in operating room, including fluids and narcotics administered to patient. Requires RN license.

Assists in moving the patient prior to and after the operation. Assists in clean-up of operating room after surgical procedure. Prepares reports, documenting operating room processes and performance. [-] Less

Readies patients and aids physician or surgeon in the examination of oncology patients. Provides professional patient care during biopsies. Administers injections and medications and dresses wounds and incisions. Monitors patients after operations. Requires RN license.

Evaluates, plans, and documents the oncology patient nursing process. Handles outpatient record keeping.

Provides nursing assistance to surgical team during surgical procedures. Assures that all equipment is sterilized and inventoried prior to operation. Aids surgical personnel by passing items to them during procedure as directed. Records required details of operation in patient records... [+] More

Provides nursing assistance to surgical team during surgical procedures. Assures that all equipment is sterilized and inventoried prior to operation. Aids surgical personnel by passing items to them during procedure as directed. Records required details of operation in patient records during time in operating room, including fluids and narcotics administered to patient. Requires RN license.

Assists in moving the patient prior to and after the operation. Assists in clean-up of operating room after surgical procedure. Prepares reports, documenting operating room processes and performance. [-] Less

Manages the care of infants, toddlers, preschool, school age or adolescent patients experiencing general medical conditions or surgical procedures that require interventions and general assessments related to specific conditions.

Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the... [+] More

Manages the care of infants, toddlers, preschool, school age or adolescent patients experiencing general medical conditions or surgical procedures that require interventions and general assessments related to specific conditions.

Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the infant, toddler, preschool, school age or adolescent patient's immediate condition or needs within a timeframe specified by policies, procedures or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by the infant, toddler, preschool, school-age or adolescent patient's condition and reprioritizes care accordingly. Develops a plan of care that is individualized for the infant, toddler, preschool, school age or adolescent patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the infant, toddler, preschool, school age or adolescent patient and his/her family. Provides individualized patient/family education customized to the infant, toddler, preschool, school age or adolescent patient and his/her family. Documents patient assessment findings, physical or psychosocial responses to nursing intervention, and progress towards problem resolution. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to pediatric resuscitation protocols. Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and determines progress of patient. Organizes and updates the patient medical record. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Prepares equipment and assists physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Calls pharmacy to authorize prescription refills. This position requires license as a Registered Nurse and previous pediatric medical surgical nursing experience. May prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment and supplies, and hand items to physician. [-] Less