SHIFTS AVAILABLE:

• Per Diem (Flexible Schedule)
• Evening Shift 3pm-11pm & Overnight Shift 11pm-7am

JOB SUMMARY:

Amazing opportunity to work in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a *5 Star Rated* Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge.

• Utilize the nursing process in the care of designated residents. Document clinical observation and assessment on all assigned residents per regulations. Report findings of ongoing observations \ assessments to the designated Nursing Supervisor.
• Document effectiveness of plan of care. Demonstrate knowledge of basic test \ lab collection values.
• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team then revise/update the Nursing Care Plan.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with policy and procedure
• Respond appropriately to patient needs: Monitor, observe and document vital signs, treatments administered and patients’ responses. Demonstrate knowledge of equipment and procedures.
• Prepare resident assignments for Certified Nursing Assistants, giving consideration to the category of needs of the patient and competency of personnel. Communicate ongoing resident, family and facility plan \ concerns \ information to staff.
• Provide a Nursing Assistant assignment for each CNA on his/her team. Communicate to CNA pertinent resident care needs.
• Monitor and evaluate the flow of activity and delivery of patient care provided by the CNA’s (turning and positioning, meal times, bathing, etc.).
• Assure CNA documentation records (ADL’s BM, Meal intake, etc) are completed. Communicate to the Interdisciplinary Team members any pertinent resident findings
• Demonstrate accountability in professional practice development. Maintain CPR \ IV course up to date.
• Demonstrate accountability in practice to residents, family, colleagues, and the facility.
• Demonstrate an understanding of department priorities related to patient needs.
• When necessary, work a flexible schedule to provide continuity of care for all patients.
• Assist other staff members in completion of their duties.
• Orient new Nursing personnel as assigned.

• Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Licensed and currently registered in New York State as Registered Nurse.
• Previous experience with geriatric patients is desirable.
• Must have a sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and handicapped.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of medical, social, and psychological needs of residents.
• Knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
• Pharmacological background in theory and supervised clinical experience with medications.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and methods involved in handling of sterile/clean materials and daily hygienic care of residents. Preventing spread of disease by proper disposal of infected material and cleaning of equipment.
• First aid assistance in emergencies, must be able to handle emergencies with calm and intelligent response.
• Must possess a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm in order to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth.
• Must be able to communicate well verbally with residents, families and staff.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements (ADA):

• Good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Works in well-lighted and ventilated areas as well as throughout the nursing service area.
• Sits, stand, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours.
• Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
• Subject to odors and exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions throughout the workday.

EEO Statement:

Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, creed, natural origin, sex, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital/familial status, civil union/domestic partnership status, veteran/military status, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, handicap, actual or perceived disability, pregnancy, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offences, or any other category protected by applicable law. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

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