Registered Nurse - Rehab Unit, Per Diem

About the Role

Northern Dutchess Hospital, part of Northwell Health, is an 84-bed hospital located in Rhinebeck, New York. We are leaders in maternity and orthopedic excellence and provide award-winning care across a wide range of specialties, including cancer, heart disease prevention, bariatric surgery, and healthy aging services. Our hospital is recognized for quality and patient safety, holding accolades such as:

• 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

We foster a collaborative and team-oriented culture where every voice is valued. Our staff is dedicated, friendly, and committed to patient well-being and each other’s success.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated, documenting detailed information about the patient’s physical, mental, and emotional status, plan of care, interventions, and outcomes.
• Ensure appropriate documentation based on the level of care, including transfer/discharge documentation.
• Follow the five Rights of Medication Administration; assess patients prior to administering medications, noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, and effectiveness, and intervene as needed.
• Reassess and document patient response to medications according to 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 safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct bedside shift reports and rounds with peers at change of shift.
• Document the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner.
• Ensure appropriate patient hand-off when leaving for breaks.
• Assess learning needs of patients, families, and significant others; plan and provide instruction using applicable teaching methods and document responses.
• Care for specific patient populations as necessary, regardless of location.
• Deliver patient-centered care by embracing cultural diversity, respecting dignity, maintaining open communication, and actively 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

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate’s Degree (required) or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred).
• Current and unobstructed New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license (required for NY hospitals).
• Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse license (required for CT hospitals; new graduates awaiting licensure may be considered at the discretion of the Chief Nursing Officer in CT).
• American Nurses Association (ANA) endorsed certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certification preferred (based on specialty and hours of work requirement).

Skills & Training

The following certifications are required or preferred based on unit and role:

• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for all nursing care areas upon hire.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support): Required for ED, ICU, CCU, SDU, PCU, PACU, Cath Lab, GI, LDRP, IR, and Float Pool (specific to competency and location).
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required by end of orientation for ED, PACU, and Pediatric Areas (either PALS or ENPC).
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Required by end of orientation for MCH, NICU, LDRP, and DR.
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring): Required within 1 year of hire for LDRP.
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course): Required within 1 year of hire for ED (Danbury, Norwalk) and preferred for ICU and PACU.
• ENPC (Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course): Required within 1 year of hire for ED (either PALS or ENPC).
• TCAR (Transcarotid Artery Revascularization): Required within 1 year of hire for ICU (VBMC) and preferred for ICU/PACU (NH).
• CPI or other de-escalation technique training: Required within 6 months of hire for Behavioral Health, ED, Float Pool (Putnam 6W, Norwalk), ICU, PCU, and 9 Tower (DH).
• S.T.A.B.L.E.: Required within 6 months of hire for OB (NDH only).
• Chemotherapy Certification: Required within 1 year of hire for Inpatient Oncology.

Working Conditions

• Manual: Significant manual skills, motor coordination, and finger dexterity required.
• Occupational: Some occupational risk present.
• Physical Effort: Medium to heavy effort; may exert up to 35 lbs. of force.
• Physical Environment: Exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and human waste may occur.

Pay

Hourly salary range: $41.00 - $76.16.