A skilled nursing facility located in Yonkers is seeking an experienced Per Diem Nurse Practitioner to join our team. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will be responsible for working in collaboration with the medical director and attending physicians in the medical management of residents admitted to the Skilled Nursing Facility/Sub-Acute Rehab unit. The Nurse Practitioner will assess, diagnose and treat the residents, according to their scope of practice and NYS Law. The Nurse Practitioner will take/review patients medical histories, conduct physical examinations, write admission and follow up notes in the EMR, order and interpret labs and diagnostic studies, diagnose and treat medical conditions, make referrals when needed and prescribe medications including controlled medications. Minimum Requirements Maintains current nursing and advanced practice license in compliance with State law Maintains current DEA licensure Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships Experience in working with older adults with complex medical conditions Ability to assess subtle changes in health conditions of the older adult Working knowledge of State and Federal Long Term Care regulations Excellent administrative, organizational and verbal skills Effective communication skills with the geriatric population Ability to work independently Detail oriented Dependable and reliable Proficiency in EMR systems (Sigma/MatrixCare a Plus) Preferred Qualifications A clinical background in adult, family or geriatric practice Past experience working in a nursing home or with older adults in other settings Experience in working in a post-acute setting
Broad Function: To provide elders with routine daily nursing care in accordance with current federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulation governing the facility as well as established nursing home policies and procedures. Specific Requirements: Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language. Posses the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Possess the ability to deal graciously with personnel, elders, family members, visitors, and the general public. Must have patience, act, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as being willing to handle elders based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning. Must have some understanding of social. Psychological and recreational needs of the aged. Must have a sincere desire to work with the aged. Willingness to work harmoniously with other associates. Possesses the ability to seek out new methods and principles and willing to incorporate them into existing programs. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility. Must possess sight and hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function. May be required and trained to transport elders who need personal assistance; lifting of equipment, supplies and furniture, weighing 50+ pounds may also be required NEW GRADS ARE WELCOME 500 SIGN ON BONUS OFFERED!
We are a beautiful 120 bed nursing facility located in Westchester. We are currently seeking Certified Nurses Assistant to join our nursing team. FULL-TIME 7-3/3-11/11-7 available PART-TIME/Every Other Weekend on 7-3/3-11/11-7 shifts available. Per Diem slots on all shifts available. Qualified candidates must be current in their State Certification. We welcome new grads who are State Certified.
