Registered Nurse 1, NS33 Medical ICU

Downstate; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse 1 for the NS33 Medical ICU. The RN operates under supervision, provides direct patient care, and contributes to multidisciplinary treatment planning.

The role involves administering medications, monitoring patients, maintaining records, and educating patients and families regarding treatment goals and health maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must hold a license as a registered professional nurse in New York State.
• Provides direct nursing care independently under supervision.
• Complies with Article 139 of the Education Law.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or assists with nursing care plans aligned with treatment plans.
• Carries out treatments, administers medications, monitors conditions.
• Records nursing notes, medications, treatments, and vital signs in records.
• Participates in development and revision of care plans within a multidisciplinary team.
• Modifies care plans based on patient condition and response.
• Triages patients by symptoms and records findings.
• Assesses findings and refers to physician when needed; assists with procedures.
• Provides education to patients and families about health and treatments.
• Follows infection control policies and procedures.
• May train paraprofessional staff in nursing techniques.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Staff training

Job description

The Department of Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse 1, NS33 Medical ICU.

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.