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Job Title: LICENSED NURSE (R.N.)
Responsible to: Nursing Manager, Director of Carlin Hall, and the Charge Nurse

Salary $35.50 per hour. Daytime part-time and/or per diem. 

Qualifications:

Education: Graduation from an approved School of Registered Nursing or of Practical Nursing is required. Current New York State Licensed.

Experience: A minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred.

Knowledge:
▪ Concept of nursing which embraces complete care of patients physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
▪ General knowledge of nursing which constitutes the supportive, therapeutic, and restorative principles to be used in the basic care of patients with medical and/or surgical problems.
▪ Interest in learning new methods, procedures, and skills through self-development and opportunities provided through in-service education programs.
▪ Ability to assist with in-service training of paraprofessional personnel.
▪ Skill in performing basic procedures and treatments delegated to practical nurse functions.
▪ Competency in medication administration, dosage calculation, record keeping, verbal and written reporting, carrying out doctor’s orders, etc.

Personal:

▪ Good health – both physical and emotional.
▪ Professional conduct, manner, and grooming.
▪ Ability to work well with others.
▪ Ability to use initiative and independent judgment under supervision.

Position Summary:
The Nurse is a trained and licensed nurse who performs nursing staff functions under the supervision of the Director of Carlin Hall and the Nursing Manager. The nurse is qualified to provide basic patient care within their level of competence and experience. The nurse may assume responsibility for the director and/or indirect nursing care of patients under the supervision of the Director of Carlin Hall and/or Nursing Manager and in accordance with the philosophy, policies, and procedures of the Nursing Service.

Duties and Responsibilities:
▪ Is aware of the total nursing needs of the patients.
▪ Assists in the preparation and supervision of the nursing care plan for each patient.
▪ Evaluates and provides for the physical, emotional, and spiritual comfort and safety of the Sisters.
▪ Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate person; the general physical and mental condition of the Sisters; signs and symptoms which may be indicative of a change.
▪ Prepares and cares for patients receiving specialized treatments.
▪ Performs special nursing techniques in caring for patients.
▪ Applies scientific principles in performing nursing procedures and techniques.
▪ Assists in patient teaching and rehabilitation in accordance with the total plan of care.
▪ Instructs, directs and supervises nursing aide personnel for whom they are responsible.
▪ Makes written report on Nurse’s Notes of any changes in a patient’s general condition; notifies the Charge Nurse and/or the Nursing Director of such changes.
▪ May administer medications and treatments prescribed for the patient in accordance with the physician’s written orders.
▪ May serve as the Charge Nurse.
▪ Establishes and maintains smooth functioning interpersonal relationships with patients, personnel, and visitors.
▪ Contributes to the improvement of patient care and nursing excellence by participating in the evaluation and revision of nursing procedures and techniques.
▪ Participates in staff meetings.
▪ Provides for professional self-improvement by attending in-service education conferences, professional reading, and maintaining membership in the Practical Nurse Association.
▪ Is responsible for their own acts.
▪ Promotes favorable public relations.
▪ Performs other related, reasonable duties as necessary to meet emergency or other situations as required for the best interests of the retired Sisters and the needs of the facility.
▪ Additional responsibilities as required and assigned by the supervisor.
▪ Constant standing and walking.
▪ Turning, stooping, bending, stretching, and lifting.
▪ Exposure to pathogens.

To apply: send a filled job application and resume to mmorales@amityop.org or fax (631) 608-9490.

Job Title: LICENSED NURSE (L.P.N.)
Responsible to: Nursing Manager, Director of Carlin Hall, and the Charge Nurse

Salary $26.00 per hour. Daytime part-time and/or per diem.

Qualifications:

Education: Graduation from an approved School of Registered Nursing or of Practical Nursing is required. Currently New York State Licensed.

Experience: A minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred.

Knowledge:
▪ Concept of nursing which embraces complete care of patients physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
▪ General knowledge of nursing which constitutes the supportive, therapeutic, and restorative principles to be used in the basic care of patients with medical and/or surgical problems.
▪ Interest in learning new methods, procedures, and skills through self-development and opportunities provided through in-service education programs.
▪ Ability to assist with in-service training of paraprofessional personnel.
▪ Skill in performing basic procedures and treatments delegated to practical nurse functions.
▪ Competency in medication administration, dosage calculation, record keeping, verbal and written reporting, carrying out doctor’s orders, etc.

Personal:

▪ Good health – both physical and emotional.
▪ Professional conduct, manner, and grooming.
▪ Ability to work well with others.
▪ Ability to use initiative and independent judgment under supervision.

Position Summary:
The Nurse is a trained and licensed nurse who performs nursing staff functions under the supervision of the Director of Carlin Hall and the Nursing Manager. They are qualified to provide basic patient care within their level of competence and experience. They may assume responsibility for the director and/or indirect nursing care of patients under the supervision of the Director of Carlin Hall and/or Nursing Manager and in accordance with the philosophy, policies, and procedures of the Nursing Service.

Duties and Responsibilities:
▪ Is aware of the total nursing needs of the patients.
▪ Assist in the preparation and supervision of the nursing care plan for each patient.
▪ Evaluates and provides for the physical, emotional, and spiritual comfort and safety of the Sisters.
▪ Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate person; general physical and mental condition of the Sisters; signs and symptoms which may be indicative of a change.
▪ Prepares and cares for patients receiving specialized treatments.
▪ Performs special nursing techniques in caring for patients.
▪ Applies scientific principles in performing nursing procedures and techniques.
▪ Assists in patient teaching and rehabilitation in accordance with the total plan of care.
▪ Instructs, directs and supervises nursing aide personnel for whom they are responsible.
▪ Makes written report on Nurse’s Notes of any changes in a patient’s general condition; notifies the Charge Nurse and/or the Nursing Director of such changes.
▪ May administer medications and treatments prescribed for the patient in accordance with the physician’s written orders.
▪ May serve as the Charge Nurse.
▪ Establishes and maintains smooth functioning interpersonal relationships with patients, personnel, and visitors.
▪ Contributes to the improvement of patient care and nursing excellence by participating in the evaluation and revision of nursing procedures and techniques.
▪ Participates in staff meetings.
▪ Provides for professional self-improvement by attending in-service education conferences, professional reading, and maintaining membership in the Practical Nurse Association.
▪ Is responsible for their own acts.
▪ Promotes favorable public relations.
▪ Performs other related, reasonable duties as necessary to meet emergency or other situations as required for the best interests of the retired Sisters and the needs of the facility.
▪ Additional responsibilities as required and assigned by the supervisor.
▪ Constant standing and walking
▪ Turning, stooping, bending, stretching, and lifting.
▪ Exposure to pathogens.

To apply: send a filled job application and resume to mmorales@amityop.org or fax (631) 608-9490.

Job Title: NURSING ASSISTANT
Supervised by: Charge Nurse
Reports to:

1. Charge Nurse
2. The Director of Carlin Hall
3. Nursing Manager

Salary $18.00 per hour. Full-time day or evening.

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma preferred. Nurse Aide Certificate preferred.

Experience: At least six months of experience preferred in a long-term care facility or hospital conducted on-the-job training program.

Personal:

▪ Evidence of good health and pleasing manner.
▪ Desire and ability to work with aged and infirmed patients.
▪ Ability to work well with people.

Position Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the Charge Nurse, the nursing assistant performs the Sisters’ care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the Sisters.

Duties and Responsibilities:
▪ Answers signal lights and bells to determine the needs of the Sisters.
▪ Bathes, dresses, and undresses patients; assists in the admission, discharge, and transfer of Sisters.
▪ Prepares patient unit for admission; assists in the admission, discharge, and transfer of Sisters.
▪ Transports Sisters or assists Sisters to walk to treatment, recreational, and meal distribution areas; uses safety equipment as directed.
▪ Assists Sisters with lifting, moving, turning, walking, and rehabilitative exercises as directed.
▪ Serves and collects food trays; feeds Sisters requiring help; provides between-meal nourishment and fresh drinking water; observes and reports eating changes and complaints to the Charge Nurse.
▪ Takes and records Sisters’ weight, temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, intakes, and outputs, as directed.
▪ Collects specimens and provides simple tests as directed and records results.
▪ Performs simple treatments as directed; assists the nurse in specialized treatments as directed.
▪ Assists the nurse in the care of the critically ill, dying, and isolated Sisters.
▪ Reports all unusual conditions or reactions of Sisters to the immediate supervisor.
▪ Arranges Sisters’ rooms and cares for bedside stands; changes bed linen; collects and bags soiled linen.
▪ Goes on errands as directed.
▪ May clean, sterilize, store and prepare supplies and equipment; records items as directed.
▪ Assists with the orientation of new ancillary personnel.
▪ Performs daily associated assignments.
▪ Attends and participates in the change of shift report, staff meetings, and in-service education programs.
▪ Assists with postmortem care.
▪ Promotes favorable public relations.
▪ Performs other related, reasonable duties as necessary to meet emergency or other situations as required for the best interests of the retired Sisters and the needs of the facility. For example: accompanying a Sister to the hospital and/or doctor appointment during regularly scheduled hours.
▪ Additional responsibilities as required and assigned by the supervisor.
▪ Constant standing and walking.
▪ Turning, stooping, bending, stretching, and lifting.
▪ Exposure to pathogens.

To apply: send a filled job application and resume to mmorales@amityop.org or fax (631) 608-9490.

JOB TITLE: RECEPTIONIST – SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR

SUPERVISED BY: Human Resources Specialist

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum high school graduate. Good communication skills.

JOB SKILLS: Good diction, pleasant voice, ability to multitask.

DUTIES:

♦          Issue visitors' passes

♦          Greet people, determine their needs, and direct them to the proper person or office

♦          Adhere to visitor policy and personal phone call policy

♦          Answer questions based on knowledge of the Queen of the Rosary Motherhouse

♦          Operate switchboard inter-com and paging systems with rapidity, accuracy, and in a pleasing manner

♦          Maintain a directory of residents

♦          Maintain a list of phone and house directories

♦          See that messages are delivered

♦          Exercise proper judgment, and follow lines of communication within the framework of professional principles

*           Additional responsibilities as required and assigned by the supervisor,

To apply: send a filled job application and resume to mmorales@amityop.org or fax (631) 608-9490.

Job Title: SAFETY AND SECURITY GUARD

Supervised by: Security Guard Supervisor

Reports to: Security Guard Supervisor

Education and Experience: Must have a High School education or equivalent education experience. Past security experience preferred. Must have a current and valid security guard license.

Position Summary: The primary purpose of Security is to protect life and property, patrol facility buildings and grounds to promote safety, and prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• All work and employee interaction among themselves and with the Sisters will be carried out in a manner that is reflective of the values of the Queen of the Rosary Motherhouse. This includes a respect for the dignity of each person and a commitment to a continuance of independence of the Sisters, fostering quality of life with growth and interaction, respect for the rights of Sisters to privacy and choices, and ensuring a secure and welcoming environment.
• Cooperates with other departments to ensure the accomplishment of all tasks for the good of the Sisters.
• Follows all fire and evacuation procedures.
• Attends required in-service.
• Inspects grounds for unauthorized vehicles.
• Enforces parking restrictions.
• Monitors Security Camera System.
• Locks all doors and sets alarms.
• Checks telephones in all elevators.
• Reports all incidents and fills out proper forms.
• Reboot the security monitoring system when it is required.
• Due to the nature of Security Guard responsibilities, a thirty-minute paid lunch period will be scheduled during any shift lasting more than six hours. It is understood that the Security Guards’ “on call” lunch period may be interrupted to respond to an emergency at Queen of the Rosary. Security Guards may complete the lunch period break after the emergency has been addressed.
• Responsible for identifying and reporting any situation at Queen of the Rosary Motherhouse that may result in injury or loss for any Sister, employee, volunteer, and/or visitor. This responsibility includes the identification and reporting of any risks or incidents that may affect the business practices and successful operation of Queen of the Rosary Motherhouse.

To apply: send a filled job application and resume to mmorales@amityop.org or fax (631) 608-9490.

JOB TITLE: HOUSEKEEPER/LAUNDRY WORKER

SUPERVISED BY: Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor

EDUCATION: Able to follow oral and written instructions in English. High School diploma preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Previous housekeeping/Laundry experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Possess the physical ability necessary for efficient housekeeping/laundry requirements such as standing and walking most of the time, turning, stooping, bending, stretching, and lifting.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR HOUSEKEEPING TASKS:

• Damp and dust public areas.
• Use equipment, such as wringers, mops, vacuums, and cleaners appropriately.
• Thoroughly clean lavatories floors, sinks, toilets, and mirrors.
• Maintain infectious control procedures during housekeeping tours.
• Order correct supplies for housekeeping tasks.
• Report repairs needed in the facility through correct procedures.
• Discard waste/trash into proper containers and replace liners in receptacles.
• Follow lines of communication within the framework of professional principles.
• Clean and return equipment to its original storage area.
• Participate and attend in-service as scheduled.
• Perform thorough cleaning procedures as instructed when Sisters are discharged and/or transferred.
• Respect the rights of Sisters and preserve confidentiality.
• Practice safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment and supplies.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR LAUNDRY TASKS:

• To wash the mops and towels.
• Pick up, sort, wash, dry, and iron bed sheets and pillowcases and the clothes according to schedule. The clothes include bed sheets, pillow covers, big and small blankets, sweaters, mattress covers, and bedspreads.
• To Iron bed sheets and pillowcases.
• Iron the Sisters’ clothes as assigned.
• Wash spread beds and towels from St. Albert Hospitality, Rosary Hall, and Cottage.
• Wash and iron the table clothes and napkins when assigned.
• Wash curtains and bedspreads as assigned.
• Two days a week clean and vacuum the machines in the laundry.
• • Additional responsibilities as required and assigned by the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor to include performing housekeeping or laundry tasks or other areas throughout the building.

To apply: send a filled job application and resume to mmorales@amityop.org or fax (631) 608-9490.