Registered Nurse - Per Diem Level 2 ONLY

Shine; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 8,414,380; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous and flexible benefits

High pay

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Registered Professional Nurse for their facility in Schenectady, NY. The role involves patient assessment, care coordination, and collaboration with healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care in an acute care setting. The position offers competitive compensation at $61.08/hour and is designed for Per Diem work. Candidates must hold a current NYS RN license and have at least 1 year of acute care experience. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited RN program is required.
• Current licensure in NYS or eligibility for limited permit is required.
• Minimum 1 year of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessment using subjective and objective data sources.
• Delivers patient care as outlined in the PCP and evaluates responses.
• Assesses patient teaching needs and develops teaching plans.

Skills

Patient assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Graduate of accredited RN program

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

NRP certification

Job description

• Location Schenectady, NY
• Facility Ellis Hospital
• Department Operating Room

Ellis Medicine has GENEROUS and FLEXIBLE benefits offerings!

TOP PAY. TOP BENEFITS.

And, support that values you.

Connect with your recruiter to find out about the different commitment levels and PAY for Per Diem work: [e-mail]

At Ellis, we don’t just hire nurses. We invest in them. And, with better staffing levels, you have time to focus on what really matters: patient care. Not only will you enjoy exceptional pay and benefits, but you’ll be able to thrive in a more supportive working environment.

The Registered Professional Nurse cares for patients by diagnosing and treating their responses to actual or potential health problems in the acute care setting through implementation of the nursing process. Coordinates care of other disciplines, delegates tasks to other nursing personnel, supervises care, provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes. Maintains competence in clinical practice and assists in the development of nursing practice standards through participation in professional committees and organizations.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited RN program required.
• Current licensure in NYS or eligibility for limited permit to practice is required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred; candidates without a BSN will be required to start a program within 2 years of hire and complete by year 6 of employment.
• A minimum of 1 year of acute care experience preferred.
• Current BLS is required.
• Current certification in ACLS, PALS and NRP may be required depending on unit scope.
• Board Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient assessment using subjective and objective data sources.
• Evaluates assessment data and establishes nursing diagnoses.
• Prioritizes patient needs including physiological, social, psychological, spiritual, age specific and selects diagnoses which can be reasonably addressed in the acute care episode.
• Develops an individualized PCP based on patient assessment using nursing practice standards and protocols, realistic measurable outcomes/goal and timeframes for goal achievement according to patient condition and age.
• Delivers patient care as outlined in the PCP and patient response to interventions.
• Assigns patient care tasks to and observes care given by non-RN staff members.
• Evaluates patient care and assesses the level and timeliness of outcome achievement utilizing input from pertinent members of the healthcare team, including patient/family.
• Communicates the patient’s plan of care to all members of the healthcare team and including the medical record.
• Organizes and communicates nursing care assignments/tasks/responsibilities based upon patient acuity/need and staff education/skill/job description.
• Assesses patient teaching needs as part of the initial and ongoing assessment, sets goals and develops teaching plans consistent with the patient’s educational level, learning readiness, and age.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to implements and /or coordinates the teaching plan focusing on wellness, health maintenance and restoration.
• Provides a safe environment based upon patient condition and age.
• Assumes responsibility for education and self- development.
• Participates in nursing performance improvement and interdisciplinary research and study activities as required.
• Adheres to institutional policies and procedures.

Level 2 Commitment

• Four employer needed shifts per four-week time block.
• PLUS, must be available to work one shift during one winter holiday week and one shift during one summer holiday week.
• PLUS, work as the employer requires two weekends (consisting of two employer-needed shifts per weekend, or, based on operational need if weekend shifts are not applicable to the unit) of any four week time block.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will prohibit, discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, domestic violence victim status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal, state and, where applicable, local laws , reproductive health decisions or source of payment, consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.

Salary Range: $61.08/hour Per Diem Levels2ONLY Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.