Registered Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of Med/Surg experience preferred.
• Registered Nurse credential from the New York State Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.
• For the ED, ACLS certification from the American Heart Association is required within six months of hire or transfer.
• For the ED, PALS certification from the American Heart Association is required within six months of hire or transfer.
• Comply with the hospital’s licensure and certification requirements and participate in annual competency assessment.
• For transfer requirements, refer to the NYSNA collective bargaining agreement.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of Med/Surg experience preferred.
• National certification in the area of practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Systematically provide nursing care within the framework of the nursing process and established standards of practice.
• Integrate patient safety principles into direct nursing care and medication management.
• Adhere to system-wide communication standards and processes.
• Participate in designated forums addressing patient care, patient education, policies and procedures, safety, and clinical outcomes.
• Maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills related to the area of practice, and document age-specific competency on the addendum.
• Create positive customer interactions and communicate positively with people of different cultures, values, and beliefs.
• Acknowledge customer concerns and take corrective action; comply with customer service behaviors and escort customers when necessary.
• Participate in department- and hospital-wide activities that improve processes or outcomes.
• Use resources to maintain and improve self-development and knowledge; comply with licensure and certification requirements and participate in annual competency assessment.
• Use equipment and supplies in a fiscally prudent manner and follow the charge process for supplies and equipment.
• Complete projects and assignments within projected time frames and expectations.
• Work courteously and respectfully with colleagues, prioritize team success, welcome new ideas, and offer assistance.
• Take accountability for work, see projects through, problem-solve with patients, families, and coworkers, and follow up to ensure resolution.
• Communicate clearly and courteously with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers, including using AIDET principles and responding to email courteously within 24 hours.
• Maintain a clean, neat, professional appearance consistent with the hospital dress code and promote a safe, clean work environment.
• Respond promptly and empathetically to patient call lights and concerns, apologize for delays, and provide timely feedback and communication.
• Anticipate and address the needs of patients, families, and visitors; maintain a constructive attitude and support patient confidence in colleagues and the organization.
• Assist patients, guests, and new employees with directions or escorts when needed.