The Emergency Department offers the opportunity to work with a high variety case mix and acuity for a diverse population of patients. ED orientation is up to 6 months long and is tailored to the individual needs of the employee. Employees are welcomed into a supportive and collaborative team, with positive provider relationships, and an array of opportunities within the department such as charge, triage, and access to an ENA module, TNCC classes, and other organizational resources. Opportunities available night shift.
Roles and Responsibilities:- Assesses patients and families, whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex and quickly recognizes normal parameters, deviations and abnormalities in physical, emotional, developmental and behavioral status based on past clinical experience. Use a person-centered care approach in the development of care plans and in prioritizing nursing care to meet patient and family needs, and demonstrates ability to effectively prioritize both expected and unanticipated needs. Involves patients and families in establishing care goals.
- Demonstrates competence and resourcefulness in the implementation of the technical skills required for the care of patients and families. Demonstrates initiative in remaining current on organizational policies, procedures, and standards. Acts as a resource to peers, and attains involvement from other health team members.
- Evaluates effectiveness of care giving, shows follow through on delivery, and demonstrates critical thinking skills by making appropriate clinical decisions, proactively addressing potential and actual problems, and executing compliant clinical documentation.
- Demonstrates awareness of the value and relevance of research and evidence based practice in nursing, and is self-directed in assuming responsibilities within the team and care delivery system.
- Assists peers and team members in acquiring department specific knowledge, skills and behaviors. Is recognized as a department resource for clinical practice, operational systems, and provides leadership in implementing the standards of patient care.
Required Skills and Experience:- License: Active New York Nursing license, out of state nurses are still eligible to apply
- Minimum education: Associates Degree in Nursing
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS (new hires have the opportunity to obtain these certifications during introductory period)
Preferred Skills and Experience:- Graduate of an Accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred
Physical Requirements:- Physical: Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., Use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs), including boxes, equipment, IV solutions and stooping and kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on lower shelves and to file documents in lower file drawers); sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time may be necessary; must be able physically to operate the equipment used for the job.
Location and Travel Requirements:- Onsite
- Less than 25% Travel
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