Job Description

Job Opportunity: Nursing Care Provider At VNS Health, we are committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive nursing care to meet the diverse needs of our patients. We believe in managing and coordinating cost-effective multidisciplinary healthcare services that align with our philosophy and standards of nursing practice. We are currently seeking compassionate individuals to join our team who can work under moderate supervision. Responsibilities: - Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers, speech therapists, family members, caregivers, and home health aides, to establish, implement, and revise a personalized plan of care. - Ensure that the delivered services align with the plan of care by continuously assessing, planning, coordinating, counseling, teaching, and supervising the care to meet the patient's needs. - Provide oversight and supervision to Licensed Practical Nurses and Paraprofessionals, conducting regular home visits to comply with regulatory and VNS Health requirements. - Monitor and assess the patient's condition, communicate with the physician and the healthcare team about any changes in the patient's needs, and update the treatment plan accordingly. - Manage, plan, coordinate, and execute the patient's safe discharge from our services, ensuring adherence to VNS Health and regulatory requirements in terms of physician's orders, discharge summaries, and communication with the team and family members. - Communicate effectively with the patient's primary care physician, addressing any issues that may impact the patient's care, such as abnormal clinical findings or medication discrepancies. Take an active role in coordinating all aspects of the assigned caseload. - Assist patients with their activities of daily living, which may involve positioning, moving, transferring, and lifting patients of varying weights and physical conditions. Provide support and assistance as needed, taking into account the preferences of the patient, family members, and paraprofessionals. Qualifications: - Education: Completion of a nursing degree from an approved program is required. - Work Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in a medical/surgical environment is required, preferably including experience with Community Health Assessment and Assistance (CHAA). - Licenses and Certifications: Current registration to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State, along with a valid Nurse License, is required. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, and we encourage candidates from all walks of life to apply, including the elderly, refugees, people with visible and invisible disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans. If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications, please fill out the form below and submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you! ---------------------------------------------------- Application Form Please provide the following information: - Full Name: - Contact Information (Email/Phone): - Address: - Brief Summary of Relevant Experience: - Do you have a valid Nurse License and current registration to practice in New York State? - Are you familiar with Community Health Assessment and Assistance (CHAA)? - Are you comfortable providing care to individuals with varying physical conditions? - Are you familiar with LGBTQIA+ healthcare needs and cultural competency? Thank you for your interest in joining our team at VNS Health. We will review your application and contact you soon for further steps in the process. ---------------------------------------------------- Key Points: - VNS Health is hiring nursing care providers for comprehensive healthcare services. - Responsibilities include collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, overseeing patient care, managing discharge plans, and assisting with activities of daily living. - Qualifications include a nursing degree, experience in a medical/surgical environment, and a valid Nurse License and registration in New York State. - All individuals, regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status, are encouraged to apply. - To apply, please fill out the provided form and submit your application. We'll be in touch soon.