Registered Nurse - Med/Surg, Per Diem

Northwell Health•Rhinebeck, NY

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. The nurse collaborates with patients, families or significant others, peers, physicians, and other interdisciplinary healthcare team members to deliver healthcare services. The role assesses patient needs, plans and implements care, and evaluates medical and nursing regimens in accordance with hospital and nursing philosophies, policies, procedures, and standards. The nurse demonstrates leadership, professional accountability, and commitment to growth. This position is in the Med Surg South department at Northern Dutchess Hospital. It is a per diem role. The listed salary range is $41.00–$76.16 per hour.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate’s degree (required).
Current, unobstructed New York State Registered Nurse license for New York hospitals.
Current, unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse license for Connecticut hospitals.
BLS certification required upon hire for all nursing care areas.
Additional certifications and training depend on assigned unit, specialty, and location; listed requirements include unit-specific training and deadlines for ACLS, PALS or ENPC, NRP, EFM, TNCC, TCAR, CPI or other de-escalation training, S.T.A.B.L.E., and chemotherapy certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
American Nurses Association-endorsed certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses certification, based on certification specialty hours-of-work requirements.
New graduates awaiting licensure may be considered at the discretion of the Chief Nursing Officer for Connecticut hospitals only.
Unit-specific certifications or training identified as preferred, including ACLS, TNCC, TCAR, and other training depending on unit and location.

Responsibilities

Complete patient assessments and reassessments as clinically indicated, documenting the plan of care, interventions, outcomes, and the patient’s physical, mental, and emotional status.
Ensure documentation is appropriate to the patient’s level of care, including transfer and discharge documentation as indicated.
Follow the five Rights of Medication Administration; explain medications to patients and families or significant others; assess for allergies, parameters, potential side effects, and effectiveness; intervene as needed; and document the patient’s response according to hospital policy.
Coordinate and supervise nursing care, delegate tasks, and remain accountable for delegated care.
Promote patient safety by assessing potential risks, following hospital policies and procedures, and initiating interventions for identified risk factors.
Conduct bedside shift reports and bedside rounds with peers for assigned patients at change of shift.
Document the nursing process responsibly, accountably, and ethically, and ensure appropriate patient hand-off when leaving for breaks.
Assess patient and family or significant-other learning needs; plan and provide appropriate instruction; and assess and document responses to teaching.
Care for specific patient populations as necessary, regardless of location.
Deliver patient-centered care by embracing cultural diversity, respecting individual dignity, and maintaining open communication and active listening.
Meet accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Maintain and develop clinical and professional skills through experiential, formal, and independent learning; mentor others.
Perform other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.