Registered Nurse 1, NS31 Labor & Delivery (Nights)

SUNY Downstate; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University seeks a full-time Registered Nurse 1 for Labor & Delivery. The role supports direct patient care in a high-acuity unit, applying nursing plans within NYS regulations under supervision. Emphasis on patient education, infection control, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Ideal candidates hold an active NYS RN license and will contribute to a dynamic team focused on safe, evidence-based care for mothers and newborns in a busy labor and delivery setting.

Formación

• Must hold a New York State registered nurse license.

Responsabilidades

• Prepares or assists with nursing care plans aligned with treatment plans.
• Administers medications and monitors patients’ conditions.
• Maintains and records nursing notes, medications, treatments, and vital signs.
• Participates in developing, implementing, and revising individual care plans with the care team.
• Adjusts nursing care plans based on patient condition and response to treatment.
• Triages patient illnesses and consults with physicians as needed in emergencies.
• Educates patients and families on health, medications, procedures, and goals of care.
• Ensures compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• May train paraprofessional staff in nursing techniques and equipment.

Conocimientos

Registered Nurse

NYS RN License

Educación

RN License NY

Descripción del empleo

The Department of Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse 1, NS31 Labor & Delivery.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Registered Nurse 1 (T&RC) is a full performance level nurse position and possesses a license as a registered professional nurse in New York State; under the general direction of a higher level registered nurse or licensed health care provider, independently provides direct nursing care to individuals in accordance with Article 139 of the Education Law; supervises nursing care activities; and provides clinical supervision and training to Graduate Nurses (T&RC), Teaching & Research Center Licensed Practical Nurses, and direct care staff.

Illustrative Duties

• Prepares or assists with preparation of nursing care plans consistent with individuals’ comprehensive treatment plans and medical needs.

• Carries out treatment procedures, administers medications, and monitors individuals’ conditions.

• Records notes and maintains individuals’ medical records and nursing care plans, including nursing care, medications, and treatments, reactions to care and treatment, intake and output of liquids and solids, and vital signs.

• Participates in the development, implementation, and revision of individual care plans as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

• Modifies nursing care plans based on individual condition and responses to care and treatment.

• Triages individuals by inquiring about illnesses, injuries, and symptoms, and records findings and observations.

• Assesses findings, and either refers individuals directly to a physician in emergency cases or initiates appropriate remedial action; as directed, assists physicians with treatment functions.

• Provides education and counseling to individuals and families regarding health, medications, procedures, and treatment goals.

• Practices and ensures compliance with established infection control policies and procedures.

• May train paraprofessional staff by demonstrating nursing techniques and providing instructions on use of techniques and nursing equipment.