Virtual Acute Care Registered Nurse - Full Time - nights
Position Details
This Virtual Acute Care Registered Nurse must work out of the Big Flats NY office and will provide virtual support to bedside nurses at all Guthrie Hospital inpatient acute care (non-critical care) units. The Virtual Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care for patients in an acute care environment utilizing telecommunication technology. Collaborates with the bedside nurse to provide coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence-based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice.
Essential Functions and Specific Skills
Employs Nursing Professional Practice: Utilizes clinical assessment skills and knowledge of EPIC and Sickbay functionality or designated software application, to monitor patients effectively and efficiently in collaboration with the patient's primary nurse. Utilize critical thinking skills and the specialized software to assess patients, and preemptively address subtle signs and symptoms of clinical deterioration or status changes. Develops updates and coordinates the patients' plan of care to achieve patient goals and to optimize outcomes and transitions across the continuum. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Advocates: Effectively advocates for ethical and holistic care by partnering in care planning to promote the autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs of those we serve. Communicates effectively to inform, coach, and support onsite nurses/clinicians, cultivating a therapeutic team approach. Facilitates Learning: Fosters a learning environment for patients/families, nursing, and other members of the healthcare team, including students. Facilities formal and informal learning for patients/families, nursing, other members of the healthcare team, and community. Serves as a clinical resource, coaches and mentors clinical nurses in areas of clinical and professional practice. Models' professional behaviors as a representative of the nursing profession.
What Guthrie Offers You
- $25,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible, experienced RNs
- Newly Increased RN Rates!
- $6.00 per hour Shift Differential for Night Shift!
- MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION COVERAGE starting the first of the month after hire
- Generous PTO beginning on Day 1 which is based on years of experience!
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement after 90 days
- Relocation Assistance - Up to $12,000 based on distance.
- Stable, Predictable Scheduling compared to inpatient bedside roles
- Supportive, Team-Focused Culture
- Free On-Site Parking
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Who We Are
At Guthrie, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll find a career that supports both your professional growth and your personal life. Education, License, & Certification - • Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. BSN in Nursing preferred. • Any previously agreed upon effective date for obtaining a bachelor's degree in nursing between individuals and facilities will remain in effect. • Any contract with specific time frames for obtaining a bachelor's degree in nursing will supersede the above point and will remain in effect. • Registered Nurse licensed in both the States of New York and Pennsylvania • Specialty Certification is preferred • Current BLS / ACLS required within 6 months • Proficient with Windows-based computer skills and operation • Proficient with EPIC documentation Experience - • 5 years of experience in acute care bedside nursing • Specialty Certification required within 1 year • Must maintain BLS / ACLS required within 6 months • The Registered Nurse must meet the individual nursing unit specifications regarding educational requirements during employment.
Pay
The pay for this position ranges from $40.00-$54.12 per hour.