RN

Westchester Medical Center • Kingston, NY

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for providing a safe and comfortable experience for patients and their support systems. The RN exercises professional autonomy, authority, and control to support excellent patient outcomes. Professional accountability is expressed through practice, quality assurance, competence, research, and resource management.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York.
• Basic knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
• Demonstrated sound clinical skills and knowledge of objectives and standards of practice.
• Positive communication skills.
• Knowledge of appropriate technology and practice standards for the area of responsibility.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS required.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of medical/surgical experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Apply the nursing process to perform initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Recognize the importance of informed consent.
• Follow policies and standards to assess, monitor, and recover patients undergoing conscious sedation.
• Follow policies and standards to assess and recover patients during Phase II recovery.
• Evaluate patients’ learning needs related to procedures and provide education throughout their stay and upon discharge.
• Accurately document in the patient record using appropriate electronic medical record documentation.
• Use appropriate tools to accurately charge patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed