Job Summary: 

Under supervision of the Director of Nursing, incumbents of this position assist in the clinical management of patients using accepted nursing practice such as the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual and potential health problems through such services as case findings, health counseling and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and well-being. Supervision is exercised over professional nurses, aides and clerical support staff, which include practical training and staff development. Works independently in a supervisory role and is responsible for supervision for the assigned department. Responsible for completing performance evaluations and disciplinary issues for assigned staff members. Responsible for On-call duties as needed. Duties performed in conjunction with the Director of Nursing.

 Essential Functions: 

• Delegates and monitors components of nursing regime to be carried out by nursing staff, by assigning patient care to their nursing care team. Prioritizes care base on patient safety, preference, age specific needs and practice standards in consideration of the continuum of care with timely response to identified care needs.
• Assists in the coordination, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing regiment for patients within a nursing unit. Identifies appropriate nursing resources in developing appropriate nursing care plans for specific patients. Participates in the definition, maintenance and interpretation of standards of practice. Provides care based on current principles of nursing research, evidenced based practice and performance improvement. 
• Participates in the coordination and implementation of nursing rounds. Provides direct patient care to compliment of patients in the assigned area. In addition, performs charge duties and preceptor duties. Reports to Director of Nursing.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary team approach to patient care and quality assurance activities. Participates in performance improvement activities and data collection; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with DOH accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including code of conduct
• Implements and participates in staff development activities with Clinical Educator. 
• Participates in the supervision and evaluation of professional and non-professional staff performance, including performance evaluations and disciplinary issues.
• Assists in the implementation of nursing policies and procedures, and interprets them to staff.
• Participates in committees as assigned. 
• Review applications, interview and participate in hiring process of nursing staff
• Functions as EMS liaison with Director of Nursing
• Undertakes staff/shift assignments as needed by the department

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees will be required to perform other job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Hours: Full-Time, Monday - Friday.

Salary: Base salary of $95,000 - $115,000 per year.

Company Overview: Ellenville Regional Hospital is a non-profit, community focused hospital based in New York’s Hudson Valley. We support our local community with health, wellness, specialty services and readily available diagnostic testing. We are centrally located for residents in surrounding areas to access our subacute rehabilitation programs, specialists and ambulatory services. Our healthcare is delivered with compassion and respect based on our commitment to improving our community health through excellence, innovation and state-of-the-art technologies.

Benefits:

• Medical Benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
• Life Insurance – Employer Sponsored, Supplemental Life Insurance
• PTO
  • Vacation Time
  • Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Personal Time
  • Bereavement
• 403(b)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Discount Program
• Virtual fitness, mindfulness and nutrition app
• Healthcare Concierge Service
• MetLife Legal Plan
• LifeLock Identity Protection
• Nationwide Pet Insurance

EXPERIENCE:

• Required: 5 years or more as a practicing registered nurse in a similar setting.
• Preferred: Knowledge of general nursing theory, standards and practices. Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or in emergency situations. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to read, interpret and follow detailed oral, written and illustrated instruction. Knowledge of a wide variety of medical equipment and instruments; computer skills preferred. Exercises informed judgment, acts competently, assumes responsibility and accountability for patient care. Maintains professional competency through continuing education licensure and professional activities. Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance, and is accountable for actions and outcomes.

EDUCATION:

• Diploma/Associate’s Degree in Nursing. Licensed to practice professional Nursing in the State of New York. 
• Bachelors in Nursing required

CERTIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Must maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ENPC certifications