Overview

The role of Program Nurse at RiverSpring Licensed Home Care Services Agency, Inc , a world-renowned long-term care organization located in Riverdale - North Bronx, is responsible for the provision of neighborhood leadership and social work services to resident and their families. The Program Nurse provides nursing care and services to residents in the ALR in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures and under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse (Director of Nursing).

Responsibilities

The Program Nurse will Assist with the preparation, implementation and continuing evaluation of the nursing care plan. Overseeing the units, assist with managing HHAs and daily tasks. Observes, records and reports to the appropriate person, resident’s symptoms, reactions and changes in the condition as indicated. Performs selected nursing procedures in keeping with licensure, such as, administration of medications and treatments. Manage resident medication: Medication Changes, New Prescriptions, Discontinued Medications, and Refills and obtain new prescriptions as needed, assist with admissions, conducting stand-up meetings with HHAs, conduct daily audits of all new admission and existing charts. Assist with incident reporting and follow-ups.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing with a valid and current New York State License and is currently registered as a licensed practical nurse pursuant to Article 139 of the New York State Education law. Minimum of one to two years as a licensed practical nursing experiences in community nursing, home care, acute care facility or adult care facility. Must have supervisory and medication oversight experience.

Compensation: $40 per hour

Monday - Friday with Rotating Weekends

Our staff are our greatest asset and as such, we offer an excellent and comprehensive benefits package which includes:

HEALTH & INSURANCE BENEFITS*

Medical and Prescription DrugCompany-Paid DentalCompany-Paid VisionCompany-Paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death & DismembermentCompany-Paid Short-Term DisabilityCompany-Paid Long-Term DisabilityHealth Care Flexible Spending AccountDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance PlanAdditional Life Insurance options for the employee and family membersAdditional Disability options403(b) Plan, with a generous employer contributionTIME OFF BENEFITS*HolidaysPersonal DaysSick DaysVacation

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS*Bereavement DaysCell Phone Discount PlanCommuter PlanJury Duty DaysMarriage DaysPet Insurance Discount PlanTuition AssistanceWellness ProgramsYears of Service Awards

*This information is subject to change and it is not meant to be a comprehensive explanation of our employee benefits. The benefits contained in this benefit summary could change at any time without notice.

EOE