Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.
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Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
Department/Unit:
Inpatient Rehab - E8
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$88,192.00 - $136,697.60
The clinical Nurse contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee's work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission.
Unit : E8 Rehab
About: E8 is the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation unit. Patients come to us for two-three weeks of intensive therapy with the goal of getting home to or near their baseline function. It is a multidisciplinary effort with input from physical, speech and occupational therapy, from nursing, from the medical teams, all overseen by the Physiatrists. Our patients stay are planned and usually follow a predictable path, allowing staff members time to develop therapeutic relationships and help the patients to achieve their treatment goals.
Special Skills: You will gain many skills on our Rehab Unit. These special skills include specialized knowledge and clinical skills to provide care for patients with physical impairments. The development of interdisciplinary skills and communication as part of a team treatment environment. Ability to build an develop therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, bedside manners and skills will benefit clinicians for their entire careers.
Job Description
Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.
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