Registered Nurse Emergency Dept - Per Diem (IRP/Flex Staff)

Cayuga Medical Center; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

IRP/Flex staff

Elmira, NY onsite

Job summary

Arnot Health in Elmira, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on a per diem (IRP/Flex) basis. The RN will assess patients, implement care plans, and coordinate with the health care team to ensure safe, high-quality care.

The role requires NYS licensure or eligibility, BLS and ACLS within 30 days, and strong clinical thinking and communication. Previous critical care experience is preferred. Onsite shift coverage with competitive pay of $46.50 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Current NYS nursing licensure or eligibility.
• BLS & ACLS required or obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Strong clinical thinking and communication skills.
• Previous critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized nursing diagnoses and care plans.
• Deliver skilled, safe, and compassionate nursing care while ensuring continuity of care.
• Educate patients and their families regarding treatment plans, health conditions, and self-care needs.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and concise patient documentation in compliance with organizational, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality outcomes and effective communication.
• Demonstrate professional accountability through adherence to nursing policies, safety guidelines, and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Nursing licensure

BLS/ACLS

Clinical thinking

Communication skills

Critical care experience

Job description

About Arnot HealthArnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.Learn more at www.arnothealth.org .Registered Nurse Emergency Dept - Per Diem (IRP/Flex Staff)The RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated timeframe and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. The RN is expected to perform their duties according to established standards of care and the core values established by the Division of Nursing. Reports to assigned Unit Director.Roles and Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and collect ongoing physiological, psychological, and cognitive data to develop individualized nursing diagnoses and care plans.Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate patient-centered plans of care based on identified needs, expected outcomes, and clinical priorities.Deliver skilled, safe, and compassionate nursing care while ensuring continuity of care and adherence to established standards and protocols.Educate patients and their families regarding treatment plans, health conditions, and self-care needs to support positive health outcomes.Maintain accurate, timely, and concise patient documentation in compliance with organizational, legal, and regulatory requirements.Respond effectively to emergencies by following established procedures, coordinating care, communicating with appropriate personnel, and documenting events.Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, patients, and families to coordinate care, promote quality outcomes, and ensure effective communication.Demonstrate professional accountability by adhering to nursing policies, ethical standards, safety guidelines, and evidence-based practice.Provide leadership through effective delegation, problem solving, resource management, and support of unit operations and staffing needs.Required Skills and Experience:Current NYS nursing licensure or eligible.BLS & ACLS Required or obtained within 30 days of employmentPreferred Skills and Experience:Strong clinical thinking and communication skillsPrevious critical care experiencePhysical Requirements:Appreciable physical effort required; lifting, pulling, pushing and moving patients of various size, capabilities and abilities. Some lifting, reaching and stooping. Required to be on feet much of the time. Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood and body fluid or tissues.Location, Travel and Shift Requirements:Current NYS nursing licensure or eligibleOnsite- Elmira, NY 14905Flex rotational shiftsPay Range Disclosure:Standard Rate of $46.50 per hour plus benefitsCentralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] .