Job Information
Catholic Health Registered Nurse South Traditional Home Care MSHC in Buffalo, New York
Salary: 72,618.00-108,927.00 USD
Facility: Administrative Regional Training Cntr
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: Yes
Work Schedule: Days with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours:
8:00am - 4:00pm
Summary:
Associate must be knowledgeable in professional nursing principles and practices, and competent in the provision of nursing care. Ability to function autonomously; to make decisions, to problem solve, and to comprehend and communicate information both verbally and in writing to patients, families and caregivers, physicians, multidisciplinary team members and other community agencies. Ability to function as a representative of the home care agency with a good understanding of services available, federal, state, and local regulations, and agency policy and procedures. Also must be able to demonstrate familiarity of insurance reimbursement and communicate this to patient, families, caregivers and all providers. Able to coordinate all services provided to the patient by the agency, informal supports, and community resources, and review the plan of care as needed including plan for discharge and implementation of discharge plan.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, college or university required
Licensure and current registration as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York
BSN preferred.
BLS Certification Preferred
OASIS Certified Preferred
EXPERIENCE
Minimum one (1) year relevant experience required
One year experience in a Home Health Agency (CHHA, LTHHC, or Hospice)required
Acute medical surgical experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY
Knowledge of rules and regulations governing Certified Home Health Agencies
Demonstrates proficiency in the home care IT System
Possesses the ability to transfer knowledge/teach clinicians.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Must possess a valid driver's license and have a car available for work use
WORKING CONDITIONS
May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings
May be exposed to high crime areas within the community, within the county serviced by the agency
Endures exposure to weather and temperature extremes
REQNUMBER: 32499