Staff Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Days (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)

Bassett Healthcare Network•Oneonta, NY

3d•$38 - $51

About The Position

The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. What you'll do The Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department manages goal directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Keeps patients and family informed regularly and prn Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care to assigned patients Develops, discusses and communicates a realistic problem list (plan of care) for each patient, in collaboration with family/significant other in order to address all identified needs Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient Evaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient's responses are reassessed in order to meet patient, and family needs to assure overall quality of care delivered Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the health care team, in order to assure quality care Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development Functions as a role model for current and new staff Performs all responsibilities required by the emergency unit/critical care division as defined in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed. This includes, but is not limited to the age of the client served Utilizes and follows national patient safety standards and develops practice standards that are evidence based Staff Registered Nurse Certification Requirements: http://bhn.bassett.org/mib/hr/Documents/Certification%20Requirements%20-%20Staff%20Registered%20Nurse.pdf

Requirements

2 Year/Associate Degree in Nursing, required
Valid NYS RN license, required
BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications will be required within 6 months
Accountability
Clinical Skills
Communication
Critical Thinking
Interacting with People
Multi-Tasking
Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
Occasional climbing, crouching, kneeling, stooping, fit testing
Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
Occasional chemical, explosives, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy
Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
Occasional odors
No travel required

Nice To Haves

4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred
Minimum 1 year hospital Med/Surg experience, preferred
Critical care nursing experience, preferred
TNCC Certification within 1 year of employment, preferred
EPNC, SANE certifications, preferred

Responsibilities

Manages goal directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
Keeps patients and family informed regularly and prn
Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care to assigned patients
Develops, discusses and communicates a realistic problem list (plan of care) for each patient, in collaboration with family/significant other in order to address all identified needs
Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient
Evaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient's responses are reassessed in order to meet patient, and family needs to assure overall quality of care delivered
Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the health care team, in order to assure quality care
Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure.
Pursues professional growth and development
Functions as a role model for current and new staff
Performs all responsibilities required by the emergency unit/critical care division as defined in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.
Utilizes and follows national patient safety standards and develops practice standards that are evidence based

Benefits

Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability protection
Retirement benefits including an employer match
And more!
Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.
We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position!
The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below.
Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process.
Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board.
At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time.
Bonus Amount: RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full time
LPN sign on bonuses is awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full time
Eligible Employers: A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services