Registered Nurse, Acute Care - Special Care Unit

Bassett Healthcare Network; Town of Otsego (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to join their Special Care Unit. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient health while working in a collaborative environment. With various shift options available, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes patient care and innovative practices. The organization values its employees, offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive culture. If you're passionate about nursing and ready to advance your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability protection

Retirement benefits including employer match

Sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• NYS licensure as Registered Nurse or valid interim permit is required.
• BLS certification will be required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for safe patient care utilizing the nursing process.
• Coordinates and evaluates nursing care related to patient needs.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Attention to Detail

Multi-Tasking

Advocacy

Adaptability

Education

2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing

Vocational / Technical Diploma Professional Nursing Program

4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

About the department

Bassett Medical Center's Special Care Unit is a 24-bed intermediate care unit, serving as the essential link between our hospital’s Intensive Care Unit and Medical Units. Because of the higher clinical needs of the patient’s cared for on this unit, the staffing is allocated to allow for more direct patient care nursing hours. This close knit unit supports intraprofessional collaborative care. The programs and initiatives of the department are directed by the staff themselves through their flourishing unit practice council. The care is fast pace, progressive and vital to meet the needs of our rural community.

The Special Care unit is consistently hiring for Registered Nurses with various shift and position types available. You will have the opportunity to provide us with your preferences during the application process so we can discuss specific positions in our conversations.

What you'll do

The Registered Professional Nurse (RN), Acute Care in the Special Care unit is accountable for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process. The RN assesses, plans, delivers, coordinates, integrates, and evaluates nursing care related to patient’s needs. The RN contributes to the support of patients through interdisciplinary teamwork.

• Registered Nurse I: The RN I status is only appropriate for a new nurse in the first year of practice, as support from others in incorporated into this role as an expectation. Therefore, all RN I’s are expected to complete the requirements of the Nurse Residency program and complete the application and credentialing process for successful advancement to RN II by 12-15 months after hire.
  • Salary Range: $36.76 - $55.13 per hour
• Registered Nurse II: The RN II status requires at least 1-year experience as a RN, if experience is not relevant, RN II must complete RN residency program.
  • Salary Range: $38.24 - $57.36 per hour
• Registered Nurse III: The RN II status requires 3 years’ experience as an RN. One year of that experience must be within a relevant practice area. The RN III must be able to function as a preceptor and it is preferred that the applicant have previous experience as a charge/resource nurse.
  • Salary Range: $39.79 - $59.68 per hour
• Registered Nurse IV: the RN IV status requires 5 year’s RN experience. Applicants with an Associate’s Degree must have 3 out of the 5 years’ experience in a relevant practice area. Applicants with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree must have 2 of the 5 years’ experience in the relevant practice area. RNIV’s must be able to perform as a preceptor and must have certification in area of practice required (this requirement is waived for candidates with BSN or MSN degree).
  • Salary Range: $41.39 - $62.09 per hour

Essential job functions include:

• Provides nursing care and services to patients throughout the life span and in various settings consistent with educational preparation
• Collects, analyzes and records relevant patient health data accurately
• Analyzes assessment data to identify patient problems
• Identifies expected outcomes individualized to the patient
• Develops a plan of care that describes interventions to attain expected outcomes
• Implements and records interventions appropriate to diagnosis or patient problem
• Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attainment of identified goals
• Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards
• Directs and supervises patient care provided by LPNs and support personnel
• Demonstrates consideration of safety, effective utilization of equipment and materials, and cost in managing patient care
• Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity
• Assures that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures
• Acts on behalf of patients in an ethical manner
• Adheres to ANA Code of Ethics for Professional Nurses
• Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his or her area of practice
• Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy
• Participates in nursing research
• Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.

What we need from you

Education:

• 2 year / Associate Degree in Nursing, required
• Vocational / Technical Diploma Professional Nursing Program, required
• 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred

All RN’s hired and do not currently hold a BSN will be expected to demonstrate enrollment in a bachelor’s prepared nursing program within 4 years of hire. BSN must be completed within 10 years. RN’s licensed on or before 12/19/17 are/remain exempt from this requirement.

Experience:

• New graduate or less than one year of experience as an Registered Nurse, required

License/ Certification:

• NYS licensure as Registered Nurse or valid interim permit, required
• BLS certification will be required within 6 months
• Other certifications may be needed based on department requirements

Skills:

• Clinical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Multi-Tasking
• Advocacy
• Adaptability

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching
• Frequent fit testing
• Constant typing, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking

Hazards:

• Occasional radiation/radiant energy
• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions:

• Occasional noise, vibration, wet and/or humid
• Frequent odors

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on position type and are listed below.

• Full Time: $35,000
• Part Time: $17,500

Pay Transparency

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $39.01/Hr.

Pay Range Maximum:

USD $65.89/Hr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.