RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:- Completes patient assessment using subjective and objective data sources.
- Evaluates assessment data and establishes nursing diagnoses.
- Prioritizes patient needs, including physiological, social, psychological, spiritual, age specific, and selects diagnoses which can be reasonably addressed in the acute care episode.
- Develops an individualized PCP based on patient assessment using nursing practice standards and protocols, realistic measurable outcomes/goal and timeframes for goal achievement according to patient condition and age.
- Delivers patient care as outlined in the PCP and patient response to interventions.
- Assigns patient care tasks to and observes care given by non-RN staff members.
- Evaluates patient care and assesses the level and timeliness of outcome achievement, utilizing input from pertinent members of the healthcare team, including the patient/family.
- Communicates the patient's plan of care to all members of the healthcare team, including the medical record.
- Organizes and communicates nursing care assignments/tasks/responsibilities based upon patient acuity/need and staff education/skill/job description.
- Assesses the patient's teaching needs as part of the initial and ongoing assessment, sets goals and develops teaching plans consistent with the patient's educational level, learning readiness, and age.
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to implement and /or coordinate the teaching plan focusing on wellness, health maintenance and restoration.
- Provides a safe environment based upon the patient's condition and age.
- Assumes responsibility for education and self- development.
- Participates in nursing performance improvement and interdisciplinary research and study activities as required.
- Adheres to institutional policies and procedures.
REQUIREMENTS:- Graduation of an accredited RN program required.
- Current licensure in NYS or eligibility for a limited permit to practice is required.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred; candidates without a BSN will be required to start a program within 2 years of hire and complete by year 6 of employment. A minimum of 1 year of acute care experience preferred.
- A current BLS is required.
- Current certification in ACLS, PALS and NRP may be required depending on unit scope.
- Board Certification preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:- Should be able to push/pull, lift/move 35 lb., be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing, and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period time in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance. Communication requirements include the ability to comprehend the spoken English language in addition to being able to communicate and read the English language.
Salary Range:$41.00-$58.08/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
