Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory- Per Diem

About the Role

Performs an age-specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills and clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient interviews, explains policies and procedures, reviews patient’s chart, and answers questions.
• Assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and neurological health status; determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition, adjusting the plan of care as needed.
• Assesses level of pain and pain management; communicates and documents patient’s physiologic health status and plan of care.
• Evaluates patient’s psychosocial health status, coping mechanisms, knowledge level, cultural/ethnic requirements, and expectations of care.
• Identifies patient outcomes, develops criteria for measurement, and establishes individualized goals.
• Coordinates cost-effective use of supplies, equipment, and medication to achieve expected outcomes.
• Documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members.
• Implements the plan of care, ensuring safety precautions and professional execution of treatments.
• Reassesses patients as needed, revises the plan of care, and administers prescribed treatments accurately.
• Provides emotional support to patients and significant others; applies scientific principles in performing procedures safely and efficiently.
• Makes accurate observations of patient conditions and documents responses to interventions.
• Acts rapidly and effectively during emergencies, managing self, patients, and other employees.
• Participates in discharge planning, provides discharge instructions, and coordinates referrals.
• Evaluates care provided for patient outcomes and documents effectiveness.
• Performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement.
• Designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in the unit.
• Collaborates with care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimens.
• Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimens as prescribed by physicians.
• Assists physicians during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures.
• Performs grade I-IV decubitus care, preventive skin care, and related procedures.
• Administers medications correctly and safely, educating patients and families on drug and food interactions.
• Participates in patient and family education, providing explanations of conditions and health teaching.
• Communicates assessment data effectively to care team members and appropriate agencies.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred; must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and obtain a BSN Degree within five years of job entry date.
• Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.