638 Perioperative Nurse jobs in Freeport

**Req Number** 155282
Job Description
Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
Job Responsibility
+ * Assesses the patient's physiologic health status
+ Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/significant others, reviews patient's chart and answers questions correctly and courteously;
+ Assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status;
+ Determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate;
+ Assesses level of pain and pain management;
+ Communicates/documents patient's physiologic health status and plan of care.
+ * Assesses patient's psychosocial health status
+ Elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care;
+ Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend;
+ Identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction;
+ Communicates and documents psychological status and care plan; support group, counseling services, social services.
+ * Identifies patient outcome
+ Develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes;
+ Identifies actual/potential patient problems;
+ Identifies patient's need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment;
+ Develops patient outcome statement (s) and establishes individualized patient goals.
+ * Formulates the plan of care and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome
+ Identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome;
+ Coordinates the cost-effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome;
+ Documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members
+ * Implements the plan of care
+ Maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed (Side rails up, call lights and bedside stand within reach, etc.);
+ Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care;
+ Reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care;
+ Correctly administers prescribed treatments;
+ Correctly uses equipment necessary for patient care;
+ Provides emotional support to patient and significant other;
+ Applies scientific principles in performing procedures; carries them out safely, timely and efficiently;
+ Makes accurate observations of patient's conditions during treatments/procedures. Reports and records same as appropriate;
+ Keeps accurate documentation of patient's treatment, activity and condition, as well as patient's responses to medical and nursing interventions;
+ Uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy;
+ Acts rapidly and effectively during any emergency situation, managing self, patients and other employees;
+ Provides a calm, quiet, restful atmosphere.Communicates effectively with the patient's family or caretakers;
+ Participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate;
+ Provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other.
+ * Evaluates care provided for patient outcome
+ Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same;
+ Performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement;
+ Designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in Unit;
+ Keeps accurate documentation of patient's treatment, activity and condition;
+ Uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy.
+ * Collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team
+ Collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient's plan of care;
+ Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician;
+ Assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures;
+ Keeps the Patient Care Manager/designee and/or physician, abreast of changes in patient's condition and/or treatments, as appropriate;
+ Uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments to the Patient Care Associate, Support Care Associate and Clerical Service Associate in providing patient care, and ensures that assignments are completed in a timely fashion
+ * Performs grade I-IV Decubritus Care
+ Performs preventive skin care measures
+ Applies simple dressings, maintaining principles of aseptic technique;
+ Applies warm & cold compresses, consistent with facility procedure;
+ Performs irrigations, consistent with Facility procedure;
+ Performs other procedures related to skin care, as necessary.
+ * Administers medications correctly and safely
+ Correctly identifies medication: action; dosage; side effects and implications for the patient;
+ Meets standard on medication administration examination;
+ Demonstrates preparation of local solutions;
+ Demonstrates preparation of I.V drips;
+ Administers and documents medication correctly;
+ Administers IVP medication as per department policy and procedure;
+ Educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions.
+ * Participates in patient and family education
+ Provides the patient with an explanation of his/her condition as indicated;
+ Communicates assessment data in an orderly fashion by recording, updating and verbalizing pertinent information to care team members and to appropriate agencies;
+ Recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources /materials available for this teaching;
+ Provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals for post-hospital care;
+ Evaluates the effectiveness of teaching by feedback from patient/family and documents same.
+ Performs related duties, as required.
*ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
+ Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited program within 24 months of employment, if hired after September 1, 2010 and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of employment date.
+ Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
+ BCLS, ACLS, preferred.
+ Operating Room Experience Preferred.
+ Monday to Saturday, 9am-5pm, as early as 7am-3pm, as late as 11am-7pm, Varied days, Varied hours, Mandatory weekend, weeknight and legal holiday call.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $54.79-$76.39/hour
It is Northwell Health's policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

**Req Number** 147102
Job Description
Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
Job Responsibility
+ * Assesses the patients physiologic health status
+ Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/significant others, reviews patients chart and answers questions correctly and courteously;
+ Assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status;
+ Determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate;
+ Assesses level of pain and pain management;
+ Communicates/documents patients physiologic health status and plan of care.
+ * Assesses patients psychosocial health status
+ Elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care;
+ Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend;
+ Identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction;
+ Communicates and documents psychological status and care plan; support group, counseling services, social services.
+ * Identifies patient outcome
+ Develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes;
+ Identifies actual/potential patient problems;
+ Identifies patients need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment;
+ Develops patient outcome statement (s) and establishes individualized patient goals.
+ * Formulates the plan of care and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome
+ Identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome;
+ Coordinates the cost-effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome;
+ Documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members.
+ * Implements the plan of care
+ Maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed. (Side rails up, call lights and bedside stand within reach, etc.);
+ Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care;
+ Reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care;
+ Correctly administers prescribed treatments;
+ Correctly uses equipment necessary for patient care;
+ Provides emotional support to patient and significant other;
+ Applies scientific principles in performing procedures; carries them out safely, timely and efficiently;
+ Makes accurate observations of patients conditions during treatments/procedures. Reports and records same as appropriate;
+ Keeps accurate documentation of patients treatment, activity and condition, as well as patients responses to medical and nursing interventions;
+ Uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy;
+ Acts rapidly and effectively during any emergency situation, managing self, patients and other employees;
+ Provides a calm, quiet, restful atmosphere. Communicates effectively with the patients family or caretakers;
+ Participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate;
+ Provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other.
+ * Evaluates care provided for patient outcome
+ Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same;
+ Performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement;
+ Designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in Unit;
+ Keeps accurate documentation of patients treatment, activity and condition;
+ Uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy.
+ * Collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team
+ Collaborates with the appropriate physician on patients plan of care;
+ Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician;
+ Assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures;
+ Keeps the Patient Care Manager/designee and/or physician, abreast of changes in patients condition and/or treatments, as appropriate;
+ Uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments to the Patient Care Associate, Support Care Associate and Clerical Service Associate in providing patient care, and ensures that assignments are completed in a timely fashion.
+ * Performs grade I-IV Decubritus Care
+ Performs preventive skin care measures
+ Applies simple dressings, maintaining principles of aseptic technique;
+ Applies warm & cold compresses, consistent with facility procedure;
+ Performs irrigations, consistent with Facility procedure;
+ Performs other procedures related to skin care, as necessary.
+ * Administers medications correctly and safely
+ Correctly identifies medication: action; dosage; side effects and implications for the patient;
+ Meets standard on medication administration examination;
+ Demonstrates preparation of local solutions;
+ Demonstrates preparation of I.V. drips;
+ Administers and documents medication correctly;
+ Administers IVP medication as per department policy and procedure;
+ Educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions.
+ * Participates in patient and family education
+ Provides the patient with an explanation of his/her condition as indicated;
+ Communicates assessment data in an orderly fashion by recording, updating and verbalizing pertinent information to care team members and to appropriate agencies;
+ Recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources /materials available for this teaching;
+ Provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals for post-hospital care;
+ Evaluates the effectiveness of teaching by feedback from patient/family and documents same.
+ Performs related duties, as required.
*ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
+ Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelors Degree in Nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited program within 24 months of employment, if hired after September 1, 2010 and obtain a BSN degree withinfive (5) years of employment date.
+ Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
+ BCLS, ACLS, preferred.
+ Operating Room Nursing experience strongly preferred.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $57.4-$57.4/hour
It is Northwell Health's policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

**Req Number** 161167
Job Description
Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
Job Responsibility
+ Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/ significant others, reviews patient's chart and answers questions correctly and courteously; assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status; determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate; assesses level of pain and pain management; communicates/documents patient's physiologic health status and plan of care; assesses patient's psychosocial health status; elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care.
+ Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend; identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction; communicates and documents psychological status and care plan of support groups, counseling services, and social services; identifies patient outcome; develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes; identifies actual/potential patient problems; identifies patient's need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment.
+ Develops patient outcome statement (s) and establishes individualized patient goals; identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome; coordinates the cost-effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome; documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members; implements the plan of care; maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed (side rails up, call lights and bedside stand within reach, etc.).
+ Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care; reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care; correctly administers prescribed treatments; correctly uses equipment necessary for patient care; provides emotional support to patient and significant other; applies scientific principles in performing procedures; carries them out safely, timely and efficiently; makes accurate observations of patient's conditions during treatments/procedures; reports and records same as appropriate; Keeps accurate documentation of patient's treatment, activity and condition, as well as patient's responses to medical and nursing interventions; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; acts rapidly and effectively during any emergency situation, managing self, patients and other employees; provides a calm, quiet, restful atmosphere; communicates effectively with the patient's family or caretakers; participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate; provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other; evaluates care provided for patient outcome.
+ Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same; performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement; designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in unit; keeps accurate documentation of patient's treatment, activity and condition; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team; collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient's plan of care.
+ Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician; assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures; keeps the Patient Care Manager/designee and/or physician, abreast of changes in patient's condition and/or treatments, as appropriate; uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments in providing patient care, and ensures that assignments are completed in a timely fashion; performs grade I-IV Decubitus Care; performs preventive skin care measures; applies simple dressings, maintaining principles of aseptic technique.
+ Applies warm and cold compresses, consistent with facility procedure; performs irrigations, consistent with Facility procedure; performs other procedures related to skin care, as necessary; administers medications correctly and safely; correctly identifies medication in terms of action, dosage, side effects, and implications for the patient; meets standard on medication administration examination; demonstrates preparation of local solutions.
+ Administers and documents medication correctly; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; participates in patient and family education; provides patient with an explanation of his/her condition as indicated; communicates assessment data in an orderly fashion by recording, updating and verbalizing pertinent information to care team members and to appropriate agencies; recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources /materials available for this teaching; provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals for post-hospital care; evaluates the effectiveness of teaching by feedback from patient/ family and documents same.
+ Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
+ Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
+ Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
+ Minimum 1 year Operating Room RN experience, preferred.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $59.08-$89.49/hour
It is Northwell Health's policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room
Location: Hauppauge, NY
Salary: $108,160-$114,400/year
Shift: Full-time, Days | Monday-Friday | No nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Operating Room RN to join a high-volume surgical center. This is a full-time, weekday role providing hands-on patient care and team leadership within a 4-OR facility performing 250-300 surgeries per month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized, evidence-based nursing care in the operating room
• Provide leadership and support to the surgical services team
• Ensure patient safety and uphold surgical best practices
• Collaborate with surgeons and perioperative staff to maintain optimal outcomes

Qualifications:

• Active New York State RN License - Required
• Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience - Required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) - Required
• Experience with Orthopedic, Spine, and Pain Management procedures - Preferred

Overview

VNS Health Home Care RNs redefine the standard of patient-centered care for New Yorkers while keeping them out of the crowded hospital system so they can heal and age where they are most comfortable- in their homes and community. Our nurses provide the Future of Care by meeting patients where they are. We design and deliver individualized care plans and exceptional clinical outcomes to our neighbors most in need. Be part of our 130-year history and innovative Future of Care built by visiting nurses like you.

What We Provid e  

• Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities 

• Generous paid time off (PTO) , starting at 31 days and 9 paid company holidays  

• No employee contribution cost or annual deductible for h ealth insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your loved ones w (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability Insurance 

• Training: 4-weeks paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills labs  

• Tuition reimbursement following 6 months and CEU credits  

• Employer-matched retirement savings program   

• Personal and financial wellness programs    

• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care     

• O pportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projects    

What You Will Do  

• Practice independently in the community as part of an interdisciplinary care team .  

• Deliver personalized nursing and care management to patients in their home or care facilities.  

• Constantly evaluate evolving patient needs and respond with plan of care adjustments.     

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State   

• Minimum of one year nursing experience in a medical/surgical environment    

• Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card may be required    

Pay Range per Visit:
If you are applying to the per diem per visit version of this job, the hiring range is as follows: $69.34- $10.00 per visit.

Pay Range

USD 112,209.00 - USD 138,409.00 /Yr.
About Us

VNS Health is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit home and community-based health care organizations. Innovating in health care for more than 130 years, our commitment to health and well-being is what drives us — we help people live, age and heal where they feel most comfortable, in their own homes, connected to their family and community. On any given day, more than 10,000 VNS Health team members deliver compassionate care, unparalleled expertise and 24/7 solutions and resources to the more than 43,000 “neighbors” who look to us for care. Powered and informed by data analytics that are unmatched in the home and community-health industry, VNS Health offers a full range of health care services, solutions and health plans designed to simplify the health care experience and meet the diverse and complex needs of the communities and people we serve in New York and beyond.

Overview

VNS Health Home Care RNs redefine the standard of patient-centered care for New Yorkers while keeping them out of the crowded hospital system so they can heal and age where they are most comfortable- in their homes and community. Our nurses provide the Future of Care by meeting patients where they are. We design and deliver individualized care plans and exceptional clinical outcomes to our neighbors most in need. Be part of our 130-year history and innovative Future of Care built by visiting nurses like you.

What We Provid e  

• Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities 

• Generous paid time off (PTO) , starting at 31 days and 9 paid company holidays  

• No employee contribution cost or annual deductible for h ealth insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your loved ones w (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability Insurance 

• Training: 4-weeks paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills labs  

• Tuition reimbursement following 6 months and CEU credits  

• Employer-matched retirement savings program   

• Personal and financial wellness programs    

• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care     

• O pportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projects    

What You Will Do  

• Practice independently in the community as part of an interdisciplinary care team .  

• Deliver personalized nursing and care management to patients in their home or care facilities.  

• Constantly evaluate evolving patient needs and respond with plan of care adjustments.     

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State   

• Minimum of one year nursing experience in a medical/surgical environment    

• Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card may be required    

• For Hospice Only:

• Wound Care Certification required or willingness to obtain within one (1) year of hire required

• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing required

Pay Range per Visit:
If you are applying to the per diem per visit version of this job, the hiring range is as follows: $69.34- $10.00 per visit.

Pay Range

USD 112,209.00 - USD 138,409.00 /Yr.
About Us

VNS Health is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit home and community-based health care organizations. Innovating in health care for more than 130 years, our commitment to health and well-being is what drives us — we help people live, age and heal where they feel most comfortable, in their own homes, connected to their family and community. On any given day, more than 10,000 VNS Health team members deliver compassionate care, unparalleled expertise and 24/7 solutions and resources to the more than 43,000 “neighbors” who look to us for care. Powered and informed by data analytics that are unmatched in the home and community-health industry, VNS Health offers a full range of health care services, solutions and health plans designed to simplify the health care experience and meet the diverse and complex needs of the communities and people we serve in New York and beyond.

Overview

VNS Health Home Care RNs redefine the standard of patient-centered care for New Yorkers while keeping them out of the crowded hospital system so they can heal and age where they are most comfortable- in their homes and community. Our nurses provide the Future of Care by meeting patients where they are. We design and deliver individualized care plans and exceptional clinical outcomes to our neighbors most in need. Be part of our 130-year history and innovative Future of Care built by visiting nurses like you.

What We Provid e  

• Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities 

• Generous paid time off (PTO) , starting at 31 days and 9 paid company holidays  

• No employee contribution cost or annual deductible for h ealth insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your loved ones w (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability Insurance 

• Training: 4-weeks paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills labs  

• Tuition reimbursement following 6 months and CEU credits  

• Employer-matched retirement savings program   

• Personal and financial wellness programs    

• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care     

• O pportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projects    

What You Will Do  

• Practice independently in the community as part of an interdisciplinary care team .  

• Deliver personalized nursing and care management to patients in their home or care facilities.  

• Constantly evaluate evolving patient needs and respond with plan of care adjustments.     

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State   

• Minimum of one year nursing experience in a medical/surgical environment    

• Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card may be required    

• For Hospice Only:

• Wound Care Certification required or willingness to obtain within one (1) year of hire required

• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing required

Pay Range per Visit:
If you are applying to the per diem per visit version of this job, the hiring range is as follows: $69.34- $10.00 per visit.

Pay Range

USD 112,209.00 - USD 138,409.00 /Yr.
About Us

VNS Health is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit home and community-based health care organizations. Innovating in health care for more than 130 years, our commitment to health and well-being is what drives us — we help people live, age and heal where they feel most comfortable, in their own homes, connected to their family and community. On any given day, more than 10,000 VNS Health team members deliver compassionate care, unparalleled expertise and 24/7 solutions and resources to the more than 43,000 “neighbors” who look to us for care. Powered and informed by data analytics that are unmatched in the home and community-health industry, VNS Health offers a full range of health care services, solutions and health plans designed to simplify the health care experience and meet the diverse and complex needs of the communities and people we serve in New York and beyond.

**Req Number** 163649
Job Description
Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
Job Responsibility
+ Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/ significant others, reviews patient's chart and answers questions correctly and courteously; assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status; determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate; assesses level of pain and pain management; communicates/documents patient's physiologic health status and plan of care; assesses patient's psychosocial health status; elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care.
+ Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend; identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction; communicates and documents psychological status and care plan of support groups, counseling services, and social services; identifies patient outcome; develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes; identifies actual/potential patient problems; identifies patient's need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment.
+ Develops patient outcome statement (s) and establishes individualized patient goals; identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome; coordinates the cost-effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome; documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members; implements the plan of care; maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed (side rails up, call lights and bedside stand within reach, etc.).
+ Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care; reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care; correctly administers prescribed treatments; correctly uses equipment necessary for patient care; provides emotional support to patient and significant other; applies scientific principles in performing procedures; carries them out safely, timely and efficiently; makes accurate observations of patient's conditions during treatments/procedures; reports and records same as appropriate; Keeps accurate documentation of patient's treatment, activity and condition, as well as patient's responses to medical and nursing interventions; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; acts rapidly and effectively during any emergency situation, managing self, patients and other employees; provides a calm, quiet, restful atmosphere; communicates effectively with the patient's family or caretakers; participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate; provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other; evaluates care provided for patient outcome.
+ Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same; performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement; designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in unit; keeps accurate documentation of patient's treatment, activity and condition; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team; collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient's plan of care.
+ Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician; assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures; keeps the Patient Care Manager/designee and/or physician, abreast of changes in patient's condition and/or treatments, as appropriate; uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments in providing patient care, and ensures that assignments are completed in a timely fashion; performs grade I-IV Decubitus Care; performs preventive skin care measures; applies simple dressings, maintaining principles of aseptic technique.
+ Applies warm and cold compresses, consistent with facility procedure; performs irrigations, consistent with Facility procedure; performs other procedures related to skin care, as necessary; administers medications correctly and safely; correctly identifies medication in terms of action, dosage, side effects, and implications for the patient; meets standard on medication administration examination; demonstrates preparation of local solutions.
+ Administers and documents medication correctly; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; participates in patient and family education; provides patient with an explanation of his/her condition as indicated; communicates assessment data in an orderly fashion by recording, updating and verbalizing pertinent information to care team members and to appropriate agencies; recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources /materials available for this teaching; provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals for post-hospital care; evaluates the effectiveness of teaching by feedback from patient/ family and documents same.
+ Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
+ Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
+ Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $59.08-$89.49/hour
It is Northwell Health's policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

**Req Number** 163234
Job Description
Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
Job Responsibility
+ Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/ significant others, reviews patient's chart and answers questions correctly and courteously; assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status; determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate; assesses level of pain and pain management; communicates/documents patient's physiologic health status and plan of care; assesses patient's psychosocial health status; elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care.
+ Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend; identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction; communicates and documents psychological status and care plan of support groups, counseling services, and social services; identifies patient outcome; develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes; identifies actual/potential patient problems; identifies patient's need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment.
+ Develops patient outcome statement (s) and establishes individualized patient goals; identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome; coordinates the cost-effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome; documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members; implements the plan of care; maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed (side rails up, call lights and bedside stand within reach, etc.).
+ Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care; reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care; correctly administers prescribed treatments; correctly uses equipment necessary for patient care; provides emotional support to patient and significant other; applies scientific principles in performing procedures; carries them out safely, timely and efficiently; makes accurate observations of patient's conditions during treatments/procedures; reports and records same as appropriate; Keeps accurate documentation of patient's treatment, activity and condition, as well as patient's responses to medical and nursing interventions; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; acts rapidly and effectively during any emergency situation, managing self, patients and other employees; provides a calm, quiet, restful atmosphere; communicates effectively with the patient's family or caretakers; participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate; provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other; evaluates care provided for patient outcome.
+ Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same; performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement; designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in unit; keeps accurate documentation of patient's treatment, activity and condition; uses appropriate methods of documentation according to departmental policy; collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team; collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient's plan of care.
+ Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician; assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures; keeps the Patient Care Manager/designee and/or physician, abreast of changes in patient's condition and/or treatments, as appropriate; uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments in providing patient care, and ensures that assignments are completed in a timely fashion; performs grade I-IV Decubitus Care; performs preventive skin care measures; applies simple dressings, maintaining principles of aseptic technique.
+ Applies warm and cold compresses, consistent with facility procedure; performs irrigations, consistent with Facility procedure; performs other procedures related to skin care, as necessary; administers medications correctly and safely; correctly identifies medication in terms of action, dosage, side effects, and implications for the patient; meets standard on medication administration examination; demonstrates preparation of local solutions.
+ Administers and documents medication correctly; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; educates patients and significant others related to drug and food interactions; participates in patient and family education; provides patient with an explanation of his/her condition as indicated; communicates assessment data in an orderly fashion by recording, updating and verbalizing pertinent information to care team members and to appropriate agencies; recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources /materials available for this teaching; provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals for post-hospital care; evaluates the effectiveness of teaching by feedback from patient/ family and documents same.
+ Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
+ Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
+ Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $59.08-$89.49/hour
It is Northwell Health's policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.