R.N. - Geri-Psychiatric Registered Nurse at Rochester Regional Health in Newark, New York

Job Description:

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HOW WE CARE FOR YOU



At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.

• Sign-On Bonuses up to $25,000 for Experienced RNs


• Same Day Pay through DailyPay


• Paid Vacation & Holidays


• Shift Differentials


• Relocation Assistance


• Benefits Effective Date of Hire


• Tuition & Loan Assistance


• Employee Referral Program


• Free Parking

SUMMARY



As a Registered Nurse (RN), you're the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors - going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.



GERI-PSYCHIATRIC UNIT AT DEMAY LIVING CENTER



This unit specializes in behavior management focusing on residents with Alzheimer's or Dementia. The RN applies basic nursing skills to the care of persons with Alzheimer's and Dementia and assists in providing valuable input to the behavior management team. Willing to train candidates in managing aggressive behaviors.



STATUS: Full-Time, Part Time, Per Diem
LOCATION: DeMay Living Center
DEPARTMENT: Geri-Psychiatric Unit

SCHEDULE: Day/Evening/Night, every other weekend and holiday



ATTRIBUTES:

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
  
  


• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
  
  


• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
  
  


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  
  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Patient Care & Service. Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members
  
  


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  Planning & Communication. Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient's unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress
  
  


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  Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management. Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR - including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication
  
  


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  Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements
  
  

EDUCATION:

• AS: Nursing (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.



LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)


• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)

PAY RANGE: $35.75 - $48.00

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Apply Now