STAFF RN FLOAT
About The Position
The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care, assesses patient needs, develops and implements care plans, and supervises other healthcare staff. They administer medications, monitor patient health, educate patients and families, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals. RNs also document patient care, adhere to nursing regulations, and ensure patient safety. Samaritan Health is a comprehensive not-for-profit health system that began caring for neighbors in 1881. It has grown to meet the changing needs of the region, investing in medical talent, facilities, and equipment to offer a full continuum of care close to home. As the largest hospital and private employer in the region, Samaritan prioritizes community health and supports local non-profit organizations and events. The organization is fiscally sound and stable, providing stable jobs and improving quality of care. Employees are dedicated, enthusiastic, and committed to making a difference, surrounded by over 2,500 colleagues who share the same values. The location in Northern New York offers natural beauty, proximity to Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River, a safe community, low cost of living, and minimal commute times.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
- BLS required or obtained within 3 months of hire
- Possesses a thorough knowledge of nursing principles
- Ability to provide quality patient care
- Ability to assess patient's needs, e.g. clinical, teaching, mental and spiritual
- Must recognize safety issues to self and others and be able to assess and implement use of lifts to and move patients in a safe manner
- Must be able to function well in stressful situations
- Good, creative, problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to prioritize and delegate
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital RN experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides direct patient care
- Assesses patient needs
- Develops and implements care plans
- Supervises other healthcare staff
- Administer medications
- Monitor patient health
- Educate patients and families
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals
- Document patient care
- Adhere to nursing regulations
- Ensure patient safety
- May be required to assume duties as a charge nurse
Benefits
- Float Pool differential $2.50 per hour
- Up to $24000.00 Sign on Bonus
- Excellent compensation and benefit program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
