Home Instead, located in Forest Hills Queens, is seeking a NURSE as Director of Nursing and Patient Services to oversee the quality of our care and ensure compliance with the Department of Health. if you are not a NURSE - please do not apply.

The Director of Nursing and Patient Services will act as a Field Nurse and supervise the Home Health Aides as well as make periodic nursing assessments to review and revise procedures to meet the NYSDOH standards as necessary.
he DPS will also conduct in-services and perform client assessments as needed.

Position Qualifications:

Experience in Home Healthcare

Ability to work independently

Valid New York State RN License

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities:

Manage the development of educational programs through in-service and continuing education programs

Responsible for quarterly review and maintenance of accurate records in accordance with state and federal regulations

Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training and orientation of new nursing staff and all HHAs

Develop a plan of care for clients and assist nursing and other staff in the implementation thereof

Supervise, coach and support staff and HHAs responsible for the implementation of the designed care plan

Responsible for review admissions and implementation of the care plan, ensuing that are within the scope of home health regulations

Required experience 1 year in Homecare, and strong knowledge of LHCSA regulations.

Must be familiar with current NYSDOH standards

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