Registered Nurse 1, Operating Room

Downstate; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Perioperative Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University seeks a full-time Registered Nurse 1, Operating Room to provide direct nursing care in a busy surgical setting.

Under general direction, the RN1 will assess patients, administer medications, document care, and participate in care planning with a multidisciplinary team. This role requires NYS RN licensure and adherence to infection control policies.

Qualifikationen

• Must be licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
• Full performance level nurse position with independent direct care responsibility.

Aufgaben

• Prepares nursing care plans consistent with treatment plans.
• Carries out procedures, administers medications, monitors patients.
• Records medical notes, nursing care plans, medications, treatments, and vitals.
• Participates in development and revision of care plans with the multidisciplinary team.
• Modifies care plans based on patient condition and response to treatment.
• Triages patients and documents findings and observations.
• Assesses and refers to physicians in emergencies or assists with treatment.
• Provides education and counseling to patients and families.
• Ensures infection control compliance.
• Trains paraprofessional staff in nursing techniques.

Kenntnisse

Registered Nurse

Operating Room

Jobbeschreibung

The Department of Perioperative Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse 1, Operating Room.

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.