Registered Nurse (T&RC) 12N Transitional Care Unit Full Time Days

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University’s 12 North Transitional Care Unit is seeking a Registered Nurse 1 (T&RC) for full-time day shifts. You will assess patients, develop care plans, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality nursing care.

Preferred candidates have a NY RN license and a Bachelor's in Nursing, with acute care experience. This position requires adherence to safety and regulatory standards and offers a stable, campus-based work environment in New

Qualifications

• Possession of or eligibility for a license to practice as a registered nurse in New York State.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and at least one year of previous hospital acute care experience.
• Only licensed nurse experience in an acute care facility will be counted towards RN1 experience.
• Acute care is defined as medical services provided for illnesses that are short-term and require vigilant monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and coordinate nursing care with other health disciplines.
• Develop individualized care plans including discharge planning.
• Administer direct care and medications as needed.
• Maintain infection control and a clean, safe environment.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to Charge RN/Clinician.
• Document patient/family teaching and outcomes in the medical record.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and contribute to nursing practice.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse license in New York State

Job description

Job Description - Registered Nurse (T&RC) 12N Transitional Care Unit Full Time Days (2603268)

Registered Nurse (T&RC) 12N Transitional Care Unit Full Time Days

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, ourRegistered Nurses arecritical members of theteam who diagnose and treat responses to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing methods and techniques such as case finding, health teaching and counseling.Incumbents provide care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being, while adhering to a medical regimen.

Duties of a Registered Nurse may include the following but are not limited to:

• Assess the patient’s condition and nursing needs; coordinate nursing care activities with other health disciplines involved in the treatment effort to relate and integrate the nursing regimen with the treatment plan for patients.
• Develop a written individualized care plan which includes teaching needs and discharge planning.
• Administer direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed.
• Administer medications.
• Practice infection control and participate in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing care to all assigned patients. Communicates changes in patient’s condition and questions regarding patient care to Charge RN/Clinician.
• Develops and maintains current written plan of care for assigned patients. Sets priorities to meet the patient’s needs. Sets patient goals and priorities with the patient and/or family.
• Provides documented evidence in the medical record of patient/family teaching and their responses and understanding of the teaching. Ensures that patient education and instructions are consistent with that of the physician or designee.
• Communicates and works effectively with other staff and other departments.
• Participates in unit or hospital based quality assurance activities or committees to contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession at Stony Brook University Hospital.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position is classified by OSHA as Category 1.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse 1 (T&RC)

Required: Possession of or eligibility for a license to practice as a registered nurse in New York State. *

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and at least one year of previous hospital acute care experience.

*Only licensed nurse experience in an acute care facility will be counted towards RN1 experience.

**Acute care is defined as medical services provided for illnesses that are short-term (usually less than 30 days), intense, and have a relatively severe to very severe course, requiring knowledge and expertise in the vigilant monitoring of subtle changes in the patient’s condition, as well as ability to quickly recognize and identify potential problems and conditions resulting from a previous disease.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination

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• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

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Job Number

2603268

Official Job Title

Registered Nurse 1 (T&RC) 4373

Job Field

Nursing

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : 12 North Transitional Care Unit

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Shift Shift Hours : 0700-1930, 1100-1930, 0700-1530 Pass Days : Every Other Weekend, Variable

Posting Start Date

Sep 18, 2026

Posting End Date

Oct 3, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Salary

$104,200 - $124,638 (adjusts by shift)

Salary Grade

SG18