RN Care Leader: Patient Care & Team Coordination

Northwell; Village of Great Neck (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to perform age-specific care using the nursing process across assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. You will collaborate with physicians and the health team to coordinate procedures and treatments, using leadership skills to direct the care unit team.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, patient education, documentation accuracy and teamwork to ensure effective patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Must enroll in an accredited BSN program within two years and obtain BSN within five years of entry date.
• Current NYS RN license required; specialized certifications as needed.
• Experience with colorectal and gastro patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient interviews, reviews charts, and assesses GI, cardiac, respiratory, renal and neuro health.
• Assesses psychosocial health, coping, education needs and cultural requirements.
• Sets patient outcomes and plan-of-care goals.
• Coordinates care activities and prioritizes resources for safe outcomes.
• Implements and reevaluates the care plan; administers treatments safely and documents responses.
• Monitors progress, analyzes outcomes, and supports performance improvement.
• Collaborates with care team and physicians on the plan of care.
• Interprets and implements prescribed treatments and communicates changes.
• Provides wound care and skin assessments; manages dressings and aseptic technique.
• Administers medications accurately and educates patients on drug interactions.
• Educates patients and families and assists in discharge planning and referrals.
• Performs related duties as required and ensures compliance with ADA.

Skills

Nursing process

Clinical judgment

Patient education

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

RN license NYS

BSN preferred

BSN in progress

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to perform age-specific care using the nursing process across assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. You will collaborate with physicians and the health team to coordinate procedures and treatments, using leadership skills to direct the care unit team.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, patient education, documentation accuracy and teamwork to ensure effective patient outcomes.