Registered Nurse II, Acute Care - Emergency Services

Bassett Healthcare Network • Little Falls, NY

114d • $40 - $60

About The Position

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Requirements

• 2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing, required.
• Vocational / Technical Diploma Professional Nursing Program, required.
• 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred.
• Minimum one year experience as a Registered Nurse, required.
• Current NYS license as a Registered Nurse, required.
• BLS certification will be required within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• Other certifications may be needed based on department requirements.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process.
• Assess, plan, deliver, coordinate, integrate, and evaluate nursing care related to patient needs.
• Contribute to the support of patients through interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Collect, analyze and record relevant patient health data accurately.
• Analyze assessment data to identify patient problems.
• Identify expected outcomes individualized to the patient.
• Develop a plan of care that describes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
• Implement and record interventions appropriate to diagnosis or patient problem.
• Evaluate the patient's progress toward attainment of identified goals.
• Adhere to approved, research-based practice standards.
• Direct and supervise patient care provided by LPNs and support personnel.
• Demonstrate consideration of safety, effective utilization of equipment and materials, and cost in managing patient care.
• Act effectively as charge nurse, group leader or preceptor when assigned.
• Write a progress note that demonstrates an understanding of the patient's status and progress toward achievement of goals.
• Advocate for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient's autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Deliver care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity.
• Ensure that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures.
• Act on behalf of patients in an ethical manner.
• Adhere to ANA Code of Ethics for Professional Nurses.
• Acquire and maintain current knowledge and skills in area of practice.
• Complete required unit credentialing according to departmental policy.
• Participate in quality improvement processes for the department and institution.
• Participate in nursing research.
• Perform other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Associate degree