Responsibilities:
- Implements administrative goals and policies and interprets objectives of Nursing Services to the nurses on the units.
- Assist in ensuring appropriate staffing is met during shift.
- Rounds the nursing units daily to ascertain the condition and needs of the residents and informs Director of Nursing of all changes and related problems.
- Observes nursing care of the residents to ensure that orders are carried out as directed and treatment is administered in accordance with physician's instructions.
- Assists with orientating newly employed nurses and clinical placement of nursing students.
- Arranges hospital transfer of residents.
- May render nursing care, administer medication and perform treatments.
- Assists in planning, developing, organizing and implementing departmental goals and objectives.
- Ensure appropriate staffing levels are met for each unit by coordinating with Staffing Coordinator.
- Exhibits creativity and initiative in pursuing organizational and departmental growth and development.
Qualifications:
- Current NY State Registered Nurse License- 1 year supervisory experience
Education:
- Associate Degree Required
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred