Registered Nurse - Patient Care Leader & Educator

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell is seeking a registered nurse to implement age-appropriate patient care using the nursing process, collaborate with physicians, and lead the patient care unit team. This role emphasizes clinical judgment, safety, and effective communication with patients and families.

The position requires a NYS RN license, BSN preferred, and current BCLS/ACLS; it involves direct patient care, care coordination, and discharge planning in an on-site setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited program within 24 months of employment and obtain a BSN within five years.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
• BCLS and ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses physiologic health status and conducts patient interviews and chart reviews.
• Assesses psychosocial health status and identifies coping mechanisms and cultural needs.
• Sets client outcomes and develops measurable goals within the care plan.
• Forms and prioritizes the care plan, coordinating supplies, equipment, and medications.
• Implements, documents, and reevaluates care; communicates with families and care team.
• Provides patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Collaborates with physicians and care team; delegates tasks as appropriate.
• Performs decubitus care, skin care, dressings, and wound care per policy.
• Administers medications safely and educates patients on drug interactions.
• Assists in treatments and diagnostic procedures; maintains accurate documentation.
• Performs related duties and participates in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Leadership

Communication

Compassionate care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Registered Professional Nurse license NYS

BCLS

ACLS

Job description

Northwell is seeking a registered nurse to implement age-appropriate patient care using the nursing process, collaborate with physicians, and lead the patient care unit team. This role emphasizes clinical judgment, safety, and effective communication with patients and families.

The position requires a NYS RN license, BSN preferred, and current BCLS/ACLS; it involves direct patient care, care coordination, and discharge planning in an on-site setting.