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Form of workAbout NYC Health + Hospitals Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.
The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services. Job Description SHIFT TOUR II: 8:00AM - 8:30PM PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Under the supervision of the Associate/Assistant Director of Nursing, plans, implements, directs, supervises, and evaluates the delivery of age-appropriate nursing care to assigned patients, in collaboration with the Head Nurse and in accordance with established policies, procedures, professional organizations, regulatory agency standards, and in a manner that embraces safety, quality, and efficiency.
MAJOR DUTIES All Clincial Units SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrates knowledge of unit case mix: common diagnoses, needs, and treatment modalities Ensures staffing coverage of care districts and equitable distribution of staffing and material resources Performs patient care ; assigns patient care based on scope of practice and skills competency of the staff Ensures completion of delegated assignments: admission assessment, tour assessment, pain assessments, plan of care updates, and patient education Collaborates with unit Manger to ensure timely staffing schedule and ensure schedule timely posting. Assists HN/ manager with periodic staff meetings Collaborates with the care team and the admitting office in ensuring patient flow and care activities: admission, discharges, transfers; ensures the use of appropriate handoff report on patient transfers Participates in interdisciplinary team rounds; addresses patient care concerns during team rounds. Demonstrates competency in operating unit equipment; ensures equipment are maintained as per policy.
Communicates patient's progress/issues using handoff and escalation policies. Takes active role in Unit PI activity; participates in hospital-wide P I initiatives Assists with enforcing regulatory agency standards that guide care in the assignment specialty Participates in new recruitment interview as well as in mentoring and coaching of new staff and students Serves as patient/family advocate; provides age-appropriate education to patients/family Demonstrates commitment to continued professional development, including Specialty Board Certification. Minimum Qualifications For individuals holding an unrestricted registered professional nursing license BEFORE July 1, 2020 in New York State, another state or United States territory: A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
For individuals issued a registered professional nursing license on or AFTER July 1, 2020, based on expected implementation of Chapter 502 of the Laws of 2017 and Chapter 380 of the Laws of 2018: A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and A Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing or higher (or other nursing degree, as identified by NYS Education Department including Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Science) from an accredited college or university, registered with the NYSED; or Obtains a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing or higher, as described in "a" above, within ten (10) years of the date of initial licensure; and Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA). Nurse Residency Program: Get the support you need to grow and thrive at NYC Health + Hospitals through our innovative. All full-time new hires that are recent graduates or new to their specialties are automatically enrolled in our 12-month Nurse Residency Program to assist in the transition to professional nursing practice while delivering patient care in a clinical environment.
The Nurse Residency Program features interactive sessions, special educational events, simulations, and group seminars on evidence-based best practices, decision-making, conflict-resolution, end-of-life care, health care quality, patient safety and more. Participants will receive mentorship support, build relationships with nursing peers and develop leadership skills. For more information, log into https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/nurses4nyc/.
How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now". NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities Multiple employee discounts programs
