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Registered Nurse - Gen Med, FT Nights

Northern Dutchess Hospital

#Registered Nurse #Medication Administration #BLS #ACLS #Patient Care #Patient Safety #PALS #Nursing Process #Healthcare Compliance

Quick overview

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care, assesses patient needs, and implements medical and nursing regimens in accordance with hospital standards. They collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team and ensure patient safety through diligent documentation and bedside rounds.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a current and unobstructed New York State Registered Nurse license and an Associate's degree. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required upon hire, with additional certifications like ACLS or PALS required based on the specific unit.

associate degreeCommunicationComplianceLeadershipMentorshipCritical thinkingPatient educationMedication administrationPatient safetyPatient assessmentInterdisciplinary collaborationClinical documentationCultural diversityNursing care coordinationProfessional accountabilityBedside shift report

Job description

Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees — including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners — who are working to change health care for the better. Northern Dutchess Hospital is an 84-bed hospital located in picturesque Rhinebeck, New York. We are leaders in the Hudson Valley for maternity and orthopedic excellence and provide award-winning care in a wide range of specialties, from cancer and heart disease prevention to bariatric surgery and healthy aging services. Our accolades include the following:
The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
U.S. News & World Report - High performance in knee replacement
Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) - Robotic Center of Excellence
Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - 5 Star Rating

At Northern Dutchess Hospital, we pride ourselves on a culture of collaboration and teamwork, where every voice is valued and contributes to our shared success. When you step through our doors, you will feel a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our staff is friendly, dedicated and deeply committed to the well-being of our patients and each other’s success.

Summary

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patientï¿½s needs, care plans, implements, and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. They demonstrate leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth.

Responsibilities

1. Completes patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated: a. Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patient's physical, mental, and emotional status. b. Ensures appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving to include transfer/discharge documentation as indicated. 1. Follows the five Rights of Medication Administration. Verbalize to patients/family/significant other the medication they are receiving. Assesses the patient prior to administering medications noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, effectiveness and intervening as needed. Reassesses and documents response according to hospital policy. 2. Coordinates and supervises the delivery of nursing care, including the delegation of tasks: 1. Maintains accountability for care delegated.

Registered Nurse - Gen Med, FT Nights

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3. Actively works to promote a culture of safety

1. Deliver Patient Centered Care

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