Overview
Registered Nurse PT Needed for Weekends
Friday, Saturday, Sunday 1pm to 9pm
We are a nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency with over 60 programs across New York City and the greater New York Area.
Samaritan Daytop Village serves thousands of New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities, so our success depends on those we employ.
The Role
Under general direction, The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing direct nursing care to agency clients in accordance with agency policies and procedures and current standards of Nursing Practice. Completes assigned duties and documents in the medical record in accordance with medical record policies and procedures. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.
Responsibilities
Key Duties Include:
1. Assess the health status of clients assigned to the daily work schedule and develop a plan of care.
2. Perform and document Nursing Intake/Medical History in accordance with agency policy and procedure.
3. Triage sick call list as assigned and make referrals for treatment to appropriate medical practitioners.
4. Complete follow-up assessments of clients treated for chronic and/or acute illnesses to monitor treatment effectiveness.
5. Screen clients for TB by administering PPD and assessing the reaction.
6. Monitor lab values to identify abnormalities and report to attending physicians or physician assistants.
7. Review medical records to assess care being provided and ensure continuity of care.
8. Develop a plan of care for nursing in accordance with standards of practice.
9. Document all assessments, interventions, and responses to treatments in the progress notes.
10. Administer and document medications prescribed to clients.
11. Prepare medication doses for administration during clinic hours.
12. Maintain the integrity and completeness of medical records per policies and procedures.
13. Ensure confidentiality of medical records by obtaining appropriate consents for release of information.
Qualifications
Requirements Include:
* Associate's Degree in Nursing.
* NYS RN licensure.
* BLS certification.
* 1-3 years of RN experience, preferably with substance use and/or mental health populations.
* Flexible schedule availability.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
* Ability to work under pressure and multitask.
* Experience working with diverse populations.
* Knowledge of medical terminology.
* Team player with ability to work independently.
Work Environment
Samaritan Daytop Village is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive health and human services to thousands of individuals annually.