RN Manager

MISSION STATEMENT: Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers.

Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the RN Manager is responsible for overseeing the assessment, coordination, implementation, and management of the care and services of residents using the standards and guidelines set forth by the Department of Health, NYS Board of Nursing, and Casa Promesa. The RN Manager is as a member of the interdisciplinary team and provides support and information (verbal/written) to leadership about facility operations. The Nursing Supervisor Coordinates facility operations in the absence of facility leadership. Follows all infection control protocols. Follows attendance, dress code, and scheduling guidelines. (9am-5pm M-F).

KEY ESSENTIALS: Complete admissions assessments and reassessment on all patients. Support and promote the philosophy, objective, policies and procedures of Casa Promesa. Responsible for providing leadership and supervision to the nursing staff, housekeeping, and security. Works closely with medical support staff to ensure resident needs are met. Will greet admitted patients and prepare them for physical examination and treatment and document admissions for Director of Nursing. Will maintain medical supplies and equipment and work closely with Unit Clerk to ensure par levels. Provides education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient to staff members.

Assess the patient’s physical and psycho social condition on an ongoing basisthroughout the continuum of care. Must alert Director of Nursing and Medical Director of all changes. Utilize manual and automated information systems to improve efficiency and effect productivity. Accurately records patient information in the electronic medical records system and patient medical record. Documentation must always be in compliance. Demonstrate a current working knowledge of equipment, instrumentation and medications. RN may be directed to give out medications to patients if required. All nurses will utilize the five rights of medication administration.

They are: Right Patient Right Time Right Drug Right Dose Right Route Must prepare Nursing 24-Hour Report. Adhere to the standards, policies, procedures and goals of the medical center. Must participate in all trainings as required and provide trainings to LPN’s…

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