Registered Nurse

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 members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team 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 philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards. It also requires leadership, professional accountability, and ongoing growth.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate's degree is required.
Current and unobstructed New York State Registered Nurse license for New York hospitals.
Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse license for Connecticut hospitals.
BLS certification is required upon hire in all nursing care areas.
Additional certifications or training are required or preferred depending on unit and assignment, including ACLS, PALS or ENPC, NRP, EFM, TNCC, TCAR, CPI or other de-escalation training, S.T.A.B.L.E., and chemotherapy certification, with the specified unit-based deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
American Nurses Association-endorsed certification or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses certification, depending on certification specialty and hours-of-work requirements.
Unit-specific preferred training or certifications, including ACLS, TNCC, TCAR, and PALS or ENPC where applicable.

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.
Complete documentation appropriate to the patient's level of care, including transfer and discharge documentation when indicated.
Follow the five Rights of Medication Administration; explain medications to patients and families; assess allergies, parameters, potential side effects, and effectiveness before administration; intervene as needed; and reassess and document responses according to hospital policy.
Coordinate and supervise nursing care, including delegating tasks and maintaining accountability for delegated care.
Promote patient safety by assessing potential risks, following hospital safety policies and procedures, and initiating interventions related to identified risk factors.
Conduct bedside shift reports and rounds with peers at change of shift, and ensure appropriate patient hand-off when leaving for breaks.
Document application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner.
Assess patient and family 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, and support others' success through mentorship.
Perform other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.