RN 2, UHS

University of Rochester•Amherst, MA

7d•$39 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Level II Registered Nurse, under the direction of the Nurse Manager, is accountable for provision of competent direct patient care based on established standards. The Level II Registered Nurse contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the unit level. The Level II Registered Nurse supports peers in the delivery of patient care services and assumes an expanded role which may include charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member responsibilities.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and 1 year experience as an RN in direct patient care including assessment of health/illness status, utilization of physical assessment skills and decision-making re: choosing a course of action required
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure for New York upon hire required
Successful completion of orientation at the unit level

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Performs and documents patient care, medication administration, care plans, and patient education in a competent and efficient manner, following all policies and procedures
Identifies patient problems and collaborates in developing a plan of care based on existing standards and long-term goals
Implements age-specific, culturally, and spiritually competent nursing interventions to address patient/family needs and response to procedures, therapies and medications
Evaluates basic and complex patient/family response to procedures, therapies and medications identifying concerns/issues and revising plan of care based on patient and/or family response
Recognizes changes in patient status and responds effectively
Communicates change in patient status to appropriate members of the care team
Maintains positive relationships with all members of the healthcare team
Resolves conflict positively and in a timely manner, working directly with co-workers to address issues
Treats patients, family and staff with kindness, courtesy and respect for diverse view points and cultures
Communicates effectively in written, verbal, and non-verbal interactions with healthcare members, patients and families
Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and assignments to meet patient and unit goals
Engages in continuous learning; Demonstrates responsibility for learning to improve self and performance, including progress toward achievement of annual goals
Accepts and acts on constructive feedback from leadership, peers, and colleagues in a positive manner
Identifies and implements educational opportunities for staff
Reviews and evaluates evidence from the literature and best practice standards for application to patient and unit needs
Assists with the collection of data to support unit performance improvement activities
Other duties as assigned.