Registered Nurse – Nursing Geriatrics

We are currently seeking STAFF NURSES for immediate full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities in our 228-bed LTC/Rehab facility.

As a Staff Nurse in our Nursing Rehabilitation Center, you will provide daily hands-on healthcare to patients in The Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home.

• Assessing the health care needs of patients by observation, physical examination, and nursing history.
• Collaboratively developing and implementing individualized resident plan of care.
• Transcribing, updating, and implementing treatment and medication orders.
• Communicating to a clinical care coordinator, head nurse, and/or nurse in charge any significant changes reflective of patient response to the care delivered.
• Obtaining and recording pertinent data in the admission and nursing database.
• Providing patient education for residents, visitors, and/or significant others.
• Assuming the role of the nurse in charge as assigned by Clinical Care Coordinator or Nursing Care Coordinator.
• Acting and serving as a patient advocate.
• Participating in the completion of MDS and Comprehensive Care Plan meetings as needed.
• Providing direct patient care and/or participating in patient care  activities on a daily basis

Tagged as: LTC, rehab