Registered Nurse- Emergency Department PT, Day/Eve

About the Organization

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. As New York State's largest private employer with over 104,000 employees, Northwell is committed to changing health care for the better.

Vassar Brothers Medical Center (VBMC) is a renowned 349-bed regional medical center in Poughkeepsie, New York. As a tertiary teaching hospital and healthcare leader in the Mid-Hudson Valley, VBMC offers comprehensive medical, surgical, and obstetrical/gynecological services. Accolades include:

• U.S. News & World Report – Best Regional Hospital
• Healthgrades – One of America's 50 Best Hospitals
• Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) – Robotic Center of Excellence

VBMC fosters professional growth, shared decision-making, and a culture where every team member has a voice. Caregivers reflect the community they serve, with a heartfelt commitment to well-being.

About the Role

This position is based in the Emergency Department at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. The role involves delivering high-quality patient care, promoting safety, and supporting a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated.
• Document detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions, and outcomes reflecting the patient's physical, mental, and emotional status. Ensure appropriate documentation for transfers/discharges.
• Follow the five Rights of Medication Administration. Assess patients prior to administering medications, noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, effectiveness, and intervening as needed. Reassess and document responses per hospital policy.
• Coordinate and supervise the delivery of nursing care, including delegation of tasks, while maintaining accountability for care provided.
• Promote a culture of safety by assessing patients for potential risks and adhering to hospital policies. Initiate interventions related to identified risk factors.
• Conduct bedside shift reports and rounds with peers at change of shift.
• Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner.
• Assess learning needs of patients, families, and significant others. Plan and provide instruction using applicable teaching methods, and document responses to teaching.
• Care for specific patient populations as necessary, regardless of location.
• Deliver patient-centered care by:
  • Embracing cultural diversity and differences among patients and team members.
  • Respecting the dignity of all individuals through caring relationships.
  • Maintaining open lines of communication, including active listening.
• Meet accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Promote a culture of learning and growth by seeking experiences and formal/independent learning activities to develop clinical and professional skills.
• Mentor others to succeed.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• At least one year of Emergency Room RN experience.
• Current New York State license to practice as a registered nurse.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Working Conditions

• Manual: Significant manual skills, motor coordination, and finger dexterity required.
• Occupational: Significant occupational risk present.
• Physical Effort: Very heavy effort; may exert up to 50 lbs. of force.
• Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, and other environmental factors.

Pay

Hourly rate: $48.49–$73.58.