Registered Nurse- 5 Maze Med/Surg

Montefiore Nyack Hospital•Village of Nyack, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Professional Nurse manages, delegates, coordinates, and provides nursing care using the nursing process and effective communication with patients, significant others, and members of the multidisciplinary health care team. Within the scope of practice, the nurse is responsible as necessary for assessing, treating, and caring for patients of all ages, from neonates to geriatric patients. The nurse considers patients’ developmental needs and cognitive, biopsychosocial, religious, cultural, and aging processes when planning and providing care. The Registered Nurse is accountable for maintaining clinical competence and meeting the defined standards of care for the area of practice. The position is in the 5 Maze Med/Surg department in Nyack, New York. The schedule is a day shift, with workdays varying, scheduled hours of 7 AM–7 PM, and 12 hours per scheduled day. The listed hiring rate is $54.53 per hour; the rate may change based on shift differential, experience, education, or other relevant factors.

Requirements

Associate degree and bachelor's degree are listed as qualifications.
At least 1 year of experience in the area applying for; 1–3 years is listed as the experience range.
New York State Registered Nurse licensure through the New York State Board of Nursing is required.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.
Maintain clinical competence and comply with applicable licensure and certification requirements.
ACLS certification from the American Heart Association is required for specified areas: ED, SICU, MICU, 3 Doctors, Cath Lab, Endo, Labor & Delivery, Nursing Radiology, and SDS within 6 months of hire or transfer; PACU within 3 months of hire or transfer.
PALS certification from the American Heart Association is required for specified areas: ED, Nursing Radiology, and SDS within 6 months of hire or transfer; PACU within 3 months of hire or transfer.
NRP certification from the American Heart Association is required for Labor & Delivery, Mother/Baby, and NICU within 6 months of hire.
ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certificate, Chemotherapy Biotherapy Fundamentals of Administration, from the Oncology Nursing Society is required for the Infusion Center.
Refer to the NYSNA collective bargaining agreement for transfer requirements.

Nice To Haves

National certification in the area of practice is preferred.

Responsibilities

Systematically provide nursing care within the framework of the nursing process and established standards of practice.
Integrate patient-safety principles into direct nursing care and medication management.
Follow established system-wide communication standards and processes.
Participate in forums addressing patient care, patient education, policies and procedures, safety, and clinical outcomes.
Maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills relevant to the area of practice.
Document age-specific competency on the addendum.
Create positive customer interactions and communicate positively with people of different cultures, values, and beliefs.
Acknowledge customer concerns and take corrective action; comply with customer-service behaviors and escort customers when necessary.
Participate in department- and hospital-wide activities to improve processes and outcomes.
Maintain self-development and knowledge using available resources; comply with licensure and certification requirements and participate in annual competency assessment.
Use equipment and supplies in a fiscally prudent manner and use the charge process for supplies and equipment.
Complete projects and assignments within projected time frames and expectations.
Work courteously and respectfully with others, prioritize team success, remain receptive to new approaches, and offer assistance.
Be accountable, responsible, and self-directed; see projects through, problem-solve with patients, families, and employees, and follow up to ensure resolution.
Communicate clearly, courteously, and appropriately with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers, including using AIDET principles and responding to emails courteously within 24 hours.
Maintain a clean, neat, professional appearance in accordance with the hospital dress code and promote a safe and clean work environment.
Respond promptly and empathetically to patient call lights and other concerns, provide timely feedback, and apologize for delays or concerns.
Anticipate and address the needs of patients, families, and visitors; maintain a service-oriented attitude and assist guests and employees with directions when needed.