RN - Emergency Services - PD

Guthrie Enterprise • Corning, NY

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. The RN is accountable for delivering coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence-based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. The RN practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Essential functions and role-specific skills are outlined in the unit onboarding checklist and applicable specialty standards.

This is a per diem position with 12-hour shifts and is part of a collective bargaining unit. The RN must be currently licensed in the state of employment and have at least one year of experience, or less than one year of experience if transitioned from the Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency (NLRN) Program. A BSN and specialty certification are preferred. BLS certification is required; ACLS requirements depend on the unit. The RN must meet nursing unit educational requirements during employment and maintain BLS certification.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
• At least one year of experience, or less than one year of experience if transitioned to the position from the Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency (NLRN) Program.
• Maintain BLS certification.
• Meet nursing unit educational requirements during employment.
• Proficiency in information technology, including electronic health records, communication systems, computers, and equipment necessary for the role.
• Ability to work with a wide range of staff as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to use independent, critical judgment in patient care delivery.
• Interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Specialty certification.
• ACLS certification, depending on unit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Implement and administer prescribed testing, medications, and protocols in compliance with established standards, and ensure pertinent patient and family education is provided.
• Develop, update, and coordinate patient care plans to achieve goals, optimize outcomes, and support transitions across the continuum.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
• Maintain essential competencies required for the area of hire and population served.
• Advocate for ethical, holistic care by partnering in care planning and promoting the autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs of patients.
• Foster and facilitate learning for patients, families, nursing staff, healthcare team members, students, and the community.
• Promote safety and quality by identifying and correcting problems and integrating evidence and best practices into nursing care.
• Use data and evidence to improve patient outcomes and address patient, personal, and environmental safety.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and promote inquiry, research, and evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrate leadership through advocacy, influence, innovation, and professional conduct.
• Delegate appropriately, coordinate care, and collaborate with colleagues as members of the interprofessional care team.
• Participate in planning and presenting educational programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Use information technology, including electronic health records, communication systems, computers, and other equipment necessary for the role.
• Work effectively with interdisciplinary staff, including physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff.
• Apply independent critical judgment in patient care delivery.
• Manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations effectively.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed