RN - Shift Work - Suffolk, NY

Company: Allegiant Home Care
Location: Bohemia
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Competitive pay, full benefits, flexible schedules, referral bonus

POSITION SUMMARY

The RN will provide the highest quality of care to clients utilizing the Plan of Care provided to ensure clients needs are met in relation to safety, well-being and satisfaction. Bilingual Spanish speaking is a HUGE plus but not needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Care Delivery

* Provides safe and effective personal care for the client based on individualized Plan of Care prepared by nurse and available in the clients home.
* Drives/escorts client to and from appointments/activities as requested, resulting in a safe and timely transport

Documentation/Communication

* Provides accurate and timely required documentation (i.e. declining to participate in all parts of Plan of Care) ensuring effective management of cases and compliance.
* Documents client care in the EMR and within the assigned shift including clocking in and out, tasks and any narrative notes.
* Provides prompt communication of changes in client medical status/emergencies to Nurse Supervisor resulting in effective management of cases.
* Provides prompt communication of changes in Clients/Caregivers schedules (i.e. tardiness, vacation, requested time-off, change of status, reduction in hours, etc.) to Care Coordinators resulting in effective management of cases.
* Calls in to Care Coordinator to confirm weekly schedules resulting in required coverage being met.
* Other duties as assigned or needed.

Interpersonal Skills

* Always maintains professional demeanor and appearance.
* Maintains professional boundaries always.
* To recognize emergency situations; demonstrate a sense of urgency.
* Ability to prepare for a client assignment and arrive on time to the designated client.
* Clearly understand assignments and patient location.
* Understand and follow clinical and staffing instructions with a diverse population.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

* Current New York RN license
* Excellent communication skills; team player; interpersonal skills; good collaboration skills; customer service skills; ability to use the electronic health record for documentation and communication regarding client care.
* Must be COVID vaccinated

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