Registered Nurse 1, NS31 Labor & Delivery (Nights)

SUNY Downstate Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University's Department of Nursing seeks a full-time Registered Nurse 1, NS31 in Labor & Delivery to provide direct patient care in a high-acuity obstetric unit.

The role emphasizes assessment, care planning, medication administration, accurate documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team while ensuring infection control and staff training.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid New York State RN license.
• Provide direct nursing care per Article 139.
• Supervise nursing care activities and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or assists with nursing care plans aligned with treatment plans.
• Carries out treatments, administers medications, monitors patients.
• Maintains medical records, nursing care plans and vital signs.
• Participates in development and revision of individual care plans.
• Trains paraprofessional staff in nursing techniques.

Skills

Licensed Registered Nurse (New York)

Direct patient care

Clinical supervision

Job description

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.