NH - Registered Nurse

One Brooklyn Health•New York, NY

About The Position

Utilize the nursing process to provide direct patient care and take responsibility for prescribing, delegating, and coordinating care for assigned patients. Care is delivered according to standards established by the Department of Nursing and applicable hospital, nursing, multidisciplinary, and other policies and procedures. Diagnose and treat human responses to actual and potential health problems through case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and care that supports or restores life and well-being. Supervise patient care delivered by licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered nurses on permit (RNP), nursing attendants, technicians, and supplemental staff. The role includes assessing patient and significant-other needs; creating and coordinating plans of care; providing and overseeing nursing interventions; evaluating and communicating patient responses; and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team. The Registered Nurse also contributes to quality improvement, staff orientation, education, research, and professional development. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The description outlines the general nature of the work and is not an exhaustive list of duties; responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of One Brooklyn Health (OBH).

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Licensed and currently registered as a professional nurse in New York State.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to use BHMC’s electronic record systems, equipment, and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to the position.
Able to lift 100 pounds, if necessary, to assist with lifting and moving patients.
Able to lift 10 pounds for routine performance of essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing preferred.
Some experience preferred; no experience is required.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ immediate and continuing care needs, including the needs of significant others.
Develop comprehensive, current plans of care addressing physical needs, patient teaching, discharge planning, and psychosocial and spiritual needs.
Provide direct patient care based on assessed needs and the medical regimen, oversee all aspects of patient care, and supervise other nursing personnel within their scope of practice.
Observe, evaluate, document, and communicate patient responses to illness and treatment to relevant team members; reassess promptly after treatment and significant changes in condition or diagnosis.
Coordinate the overall plan of care to support implementation of nursing interventions and consistency with the medical regimen.
Establish care priorities with the multidisciplinary team and follow up as needed to ensure timely patient care and therapeutic modalities.
Integrate age-specific care needs, including pediatric and geriatric needs, into the plan of care as defined by the unit’s scope of care.
Accept responsibility and accountability for nursing interventions and outcomes based on professional clinical judgment.
Participate in quality improvement activities related to patient care delivery and the development of nursing and hospital standards.
Communicate effectively, manage stressful situations appropriately, and facilitate relationships with other disciplines.
Participate in the orientation of nursing staff.
Assume charge responsibilities as delegated by the Nurse Manager designee.
Help ensure appropriate patient coverage by assisting and relieving coworkers and working on other units as assigned.
Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, significant others, and staff.
Serve as a clinical resource for student nurses.
Participate in meetings, committees, conferences, and educational programs.
Participate in research and pilot projects supported by the Nursing Department.
Pursue continuing professional growth and education, including staff development and continuing education programs, nursing degrees, and appropriate professional certifications.
Participate in appropriate professional and community organizations.
Perform other duties as requested.