Review Vacancy
AgencyHealth, Department of - Veterans Home at St. Albans
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $82326 to $104230 Annually
Duties Description Provides administrative and clinical supervision to lower-level registered nurses, LPN’s and CNA staff; oversees and coordinates nursing services for resident units, or the facility. Directs and reviews the work of nursing staff; completes performance evaluations; and initiates appropriate counseling and disciplinary actions. Develops assignments and daily staffing plans for nursing care; prepares and monitors staffing schedules; and ensures adequate nursing coverage. Identifies staff development needs; develops, presents, and/or arranges for training on clinical nursing related topics; and evaluates the effectiveness of in-service education and guidance programs. Ensures that staff have met requirements for first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and other agency-specific required training. May interview nursing candidates and participate in orientation programs for new staff and/or other recruitment and hiring processes. Supervises admission and discharge planning activities; and serves as a liaison to community providers, families, hospitals, and other health care facilities. Maintains established standards of nursing care in accordance with State, federal, and accreditation agency requirements. Makes rounds and ensure the maintenance of a safe, sanitary, and therapeutic environment and that residents’ safety, well-being, and care needs are met. Informs staff of and ensures the implementation of policies, procedures, and trends in nursing practice. Monitors and reviews nursing documentation, such as progress notes and medication charts, to ensure accuracy and quality; and follows up with nursing staff when needed to resolve discrepancies. Assesses the quality of nursing care and assists in the development and implementation of quality control programs for nursing care. Oversees narcotics tracking and management; and ensures medical inventories are properly maintained and stored. Ensures compliance with State and federal laws, rules, and regulations, including facility policies on restraints, seclusion, levels of intensive supervision, abuse, and incident reporting. Formulates corrective action plans in response to identified regulatory problems and ensures the implementation of such. Participates in the management and administration of nursing services; assists in planning and program development activities; and meets with managers to review, update, and ensure the effectiveness of nursing policies, protocols, and procedures. May assist in the management and oversight of a nursing department; prepare budgets and monitor expenditures; participate on committees and workgroups; and perform the duties of a Registered Nurse 1 and cover staff assignments, if necessary.
Minimum Qualifications Promotion: possession of a license and current registration to practice nursing in New York State and two years of service in any Grade 18 or higher position that requires a license to practice nursing; or one year of service in any Grade 20 or higher position that requires a license to practice nursing.
Preferred Qualifications: Long Term Care experience is preferred.
Additional Comments In addition to the Posted salary range there is a geographic pay differential of $35,000 a $4,000 Downstate Adjustment.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
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Name NYS Veterans Home at St Albans
Email Address RecruitmentStAlbans@nysvets.org
Address
Street 178-50 Linden Boulevard
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to recruitmentstalbans@nysvets.org, with Position Title included in the subject line or by mail to NYS Veterans Home at St Albans, 178-50 Linden Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11434, or by fax to (718) 276-2048. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.