Nursing Jobs in Mahopac, NY

Registered Nurse - O.R. (Day/Even) 75K Sign On

Description Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees — including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners — who are working to change health care for the better. Summary The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patients needs, care plans, implements, and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. They demonstrate leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth. Responsibilities Completes patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated: Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patients physical, mental, and emotional status. Ensures appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving to include transfer/discharge documentation as indicated. Follows the five Rights of Medication Administration. Verbalize to patients/family/significant other the medication they are receiving. Assesses the patient prior to administering medications noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, effectiveness and intervening as needed. Reassesses and documents response according to hospital policy. Coordinates and supervises the delivery of nursing care, including the delegation of tasks: Maintains accountability for care delegated. Actively works to promote a culture of safety: Assesses patients for potential safety risks. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient safety. Initiates interventions related to the risk factors identified. Conducts bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peer on assigned patients at change of shift. Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner. Ensures patient hand-off as appropriate when leaving for breaks. Assesses learning needs of patient/family/significant other. Plans and provides appropriate instruction using applicable teaching methods. Assesses and documents patient/family/significant other response to teaching. Cares for specific patient populations, despite location, as necessary. Deliver Patient Centered Care: Embrace the cultural diversity and difference of patients and team members. Respect the dignity of all individuals through the maintenance of the caring relationship. Maintains open lines of communication inclusive of actively listening. Meets accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position. Works to promote a culture of learning and growth: Seek experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge. Teach others to succeed through mentorship. Performs other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice. Education: ASSOCIATE'S LVL DGRE Other Information Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse License (CT Hospitals) American Nurses Association endorsed Certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certification Preferred (*Based on Certification specialty hours of work requirement). Working Conditions Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc. Credentials: RN, BLS, Company: Norwalk Hospital Association Org Unit: 416 Department: Operating Room Exempt: No With strong heart s and open minds , we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Northwell Health!

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RN Nurse Specialist Per Diem- Stress Testing department- Danbury, CT

Northwell Health Danbury, CT

$45.93 - $85.29 / hour

Description Summary: To safely operate cardiac diagnostic equipment, supervise and compile data on patients during cardiac diagnostic procedures to obtain optimal results and data processing for the general purpose of diagnosing heart disease Responsibilities Works primarily day shift hours as needed by department. Obtains medical history during patient interview, assesses patient's condition, and explains test procedure to ensure patient comfort and safety prior to initiating procedure. Prepares patients, adjusts and activates equipment, and connects patients to monitoring devices to initiate the cardiology procedure, including assuring adequate intravenous access. Evaluates patients and patient data for clinical safety to have cardiac testing. Supervises stress testing to obtain adequate high diagnostic yield while making clinical judgment regarding patient safety. Pass clinical judgment to take emergency interventions and initiate action to preserve patient safety and good clinical outcomes. Performs non-invasive procedures including EKG, Holter & TTM hook up, Holter Analysis Scanning, SAECG, and independently performs all forms of Exercise stress testing including Nuclear Cardiology Exercise Stress Testing, including the administration of pharmacology involved in pharmalogical stress testing. Assists the cardiologist with the set up, monitoring, and recovery of patients during TEE, and Tilt Table Testing. Monitors patient performance during test procedures to observe for abnormalities, and institutes proper emergency procedures when necessary. Provides direct patient care during procedures. Provides instruction and direction to patient through patient education procedures to ensure patient satisfaction before during and after diagnostic procedures. Obtains test results and delivers results to doctors to provide timely satisfactory information. Reviews all results and monitored conditions as they are processed for marked abnormalities, and quickly brings these abnormalities to the attention of a cardiologist for further triage. Administers drugs and solutions as prescribed during the procedures. Provides nursing assistance to all areas of the Non-Invasive cardiology lab. Participates in conferences, staff meetings, in service training and quality assurance program to keep informed and promote continuous quality improvement. Cleans exam room and equipment and stocks supplies to ensure a safe and clean environment for patients and co-workers. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. Performs other duties as assigned Education Skills Experience ASSOCIATE'S LVL DGRE Required Other Information: CT RN license Minimum Experience: three years Desired: BSN preferred. Certification in area of specialty. Working Conditions Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc. Credentials:RN Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 111 Department: Stress Testing - DHMAC Exempt: No Salary Range: $45.93 - $85.29 Hourly