Registered Nurse

Ditmas Park Nursing & Rehab - The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for managing the individualized Patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health through the nursing process; collaborating with Physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to Patients, Friends, and Families; and supervising assigned team members.The RN is responsible to the Clinical Manager for the assigned Department.Duties and Responsibilities:Deliver patient care through the facility Nurse activities.Obtain and prepare patient health records for Doctors to evaluate.Administer medicines and intravenous fluids to patients as ordered by Physicians.Change wound dressings and care for other treatment options.Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions when appropriateConsult with supervisors and Doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patientsMonitor blood pressures, temperatures and vital signs at regular intervals.Operate oxygen apparatus, Spiro meters and other diagnosis equipment.Observe and report all symptoms and reactions of patients to treatment interventions.Assist and support Physician or Doctor in patient care deliveries.Direct and supervise Nurses, Nurse Assistants and Nurse Aides.Follow established Nursing guidelines and regulations in patient care delivery issues.Requirements:Education: BS in Nursing.An advanced degree is preferred.An Associate's degree in Nursing with applicable work experience may be considered in lieu of a BS.NYS license in Nursing with current registration is required.Experience:Previous Long term Experience is preferable.Good investigative skills.Ability to write, educate and work independently.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftMonday to FridayWork Location:One location