Registered Nurse - Ambulatory (Colorectal - Part time)

Northwell•North New Hyde Park, NY

9d•$68,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Performs an age-specific plan of care for a designated group of ambulatory patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members to coordinate and implement procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills and clinical judgment to coordinate patient care and direct or delegate activities of the patient care unit team. The role includes assessing patients’ physiologic and psychosocial health status, identifying outcomes and teaching needs, formulating individualized plans of care, implementing and evaluating treatment, and documenting patient condition and response. The nurse supports patient and family education, discharge planning, referrals, follow-up care, wound and pressure-ulcer care, medication administration, and coordination with other care team members.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and obtain a BSN degree within five years of the job entry date.
Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
Specialized certifications as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
Two or more years of RN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ physiologic health status through interviews, chart review, comprehensive assessment, mobility and sensory evaluation, pain assessment, and communication and documentation of status and care plans.
Assess patients’ psychosocial health status, including coping mechanisms, comprehension, cultural and ethnic needs, expectations, and support needs; document findings and care plans.
Identify patient outcomes, actual or potential problems, and teaching needs; establish individualized goals and outcome measures.
Formulate and document plans of care, set priorities, coordinate cost-effective use of supplies, equipment, and medication, and collaborate with physicians and other health team members.
Implement plans of care, maintain patient safety, administer prescribed treatments, use patient-care equipment, reassess patients, document care and responses, respond to emergencies, provide emotional support, and maintain a calm environment.
Participate in discharge planning and patient education; provide clear instructions about treatments, procedures, self-care, and ongoing health management, verify understanding, and coordinate referrals and follow-up resources.
Evaluate care effectiveness and patient outcomes, perform variance analysis, and design, implement, and evaluate systems to improve unit care.
Collaborate with physicians, providers, and other care team members; assist with treatments and diagnostic procedures, communicate changes in patient condition, and delegate assignments appropriately.
Provide wound care and care for Stage I–IV pressure ulcers, including preventive skin care, dressings, compresses, and irrigations.
Administer medications safely and correctly, including preparation and administration of medications and IV medications, documentation, and patient education about drug and food interactions.
Perform related duties as required.