RN-ICU

Westchester Medical Center • Kingston, NY

14d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for providing a restorative healing experience for patients and their support systems in partnership with the Clinical Manager and interdisciplinary team. The RN exercises professional autonomy, authority, and control to support excellent patient outcomes. Professional accountability is expressed in the areas of practice, quality assurance, competence, research, and resource management.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current New York State Registered Nurse license or permittee status.
• At least one year of RN experience in Med/Surg.
• Basic knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
• Knowledge of appropriate technology and practice standards for the area of responsibility.
• Sound clinical skills.
• Knowledge of hospital structure, objectives, and standards of practice.
• Positive communication skills.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS, PALS, and Stroke certifications required; ACLS, PALS, and Stroke certification must be obtained within the orientation/probationary period.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in a professional organization is suggested.

Responsibilities

• Provide a restorative healing experience for patients and their support systems.
• Partner with the Clinical Manager and interdisciplinary team.
• Exercise professional autonomy, authority, and control to support excellent patient outcomes.
• Maintain accountability in practice, quality assurance, competence, research, and resource management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level