Registered Nurse-ED

Montefiore Nyack Hospital•Village of Nyack, NY

10d•$55•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 from neonates through geriatric patients. The nurse considers patients’ developmental needs and interprets behavior in light of cognitive, biopsychosocial, religious, cultural, and aging processes. The Registered Nurse is accountable for maintaining clinical competence and meeting defined standards of care for the area of practice. This position is in the Emergency Department at Montefiore Nyack Hospital in Nyack, New York. The listed work shift is day, with scheduled hours of 7 AM–7 PM, varying workdays including weekends and holidays, and 18.75 hours per pay period. The listed hourly rate is $55.40+; the hiring rate may be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education, or other relevant factors. The nurse is expected to follow hospital standards for patient safety, medication management, communication, customer service, professional development, resource use, and process improvement. The role also includes meeting the hospital’s “We Care” standards, including respectful teamwork, accountability, clear communication, professional appearance, responsiveness, and excellent service to patients, families, visitors, and coworkers.

Requirements

Registered Nurse credential from the New York State Board of Nursing is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.
Associate degree is required.
For the Emergency Department, ACLS certification from the American Heart Association is required within 6 months of hire or transfer.
For the Emergency Department, PALS certification from the American Heart Association is required within 6 months of hire or transfer.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
One year of Med/Surg experience preferred.
National certification in the area of practice 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 designated 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, including completing age-specific competency documentation.
Create positive interactions with customers; communicate positively with people of different cultures, values, and beliefs; acknowledge 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.
Use resources to support self-development and knowledge, 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 colleagues, prioritize team success, welcome new ideas, and offer assistance.
Be accountable, responsible, and self-directed; complete projects, problem-solve with patients, families, and employees, and follow up to ensure resolution.
Communicate clearly and courteously with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers; use AIDET principles in verbal and written communication; and respond to emails courteously within 24 hours.
Maintain a clean, neat, professional appearance consistent with the hospital dress code and promote a safe and clean work environment.
Respond promptly and empathetically to patient call lights, provide timely feedback, and address delays and concerns.
Anticipate and address the needs of patients, families, and visitors, maintain a positive service attitude, and assist or escort lost guests and new employees when needed.