RN Jobs in SoHo, NY

Staff Nurse, Perioperative Services - Main Operating Room

University Hospital, Newark NJ Newark, NJ

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse (Circulating/Scrub) position is to be accountable for achieving patient goals through creating and maintaining a safe environment for the patient undergoing procedures while anesthetized or sedated. The role of the circulating RN is patient centered, and is essential for timely delivery of quality care and optimal patient outcomes in collaboration with other healthcare professionals. The OR nurse provides high quality nursing care through patient assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Using sound nursing judgment, critical thinking skills, and interpersonal communication skills, the RN is able to ensure positive patient outcomes. The Peri-operative Circulator/Scrub RN is knowledgeable in AORN Standards of Practice, ANA Standards of Practice, JCAHO Standards, National Patient Safety Goals/Sentinel Event Alerts, Patient Bill of Rights and State Department of Health Standards. This role is a member of the surgical team and performs/behaves in accordance with expectations set by the team and Perioperative leadership. The competent practice of the Professional Registered Nurse is evidenced by patient/family goal achievement, patient/family satisfaction, care and services thoroughly documented in accordance with American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice, Joint Commission and the Accreditation of Hospital Standards, Patient Bill of Rights, Department of Health Standards and Policies and Procedures. As a professional staff and member of an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Professional Nurse exemplifies the behavioral expectation articulated for this role. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey or eligible for New Jersey license. Employment will be contingent upon receiving New Jersey licensure. Graduate of a School of Nursing. Adult Medical/Surgical experience preferred. One to two (1-2) years’ experience in OR Nursing preferred. BLS required. Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS). Ability to employ problem solving techniques and critical thinking. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to lift and move patients with/without reasonable accommodations. Ability to organize care/activities of multiple patients. Proficiency in the English language is required.

Staff Nurse, Critical Care Services - I Blue (Cardiac Step Down)

University Hospital, Newark NJ Newark, NJ

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to be accountable for the care activities, safety and goal achievements of assigned patients through assessing, diagnosing, planning and intervening in actual or potential health problems and evaluating patient’s response to the care. These responsibilities also include patient education and discharge planning. The Registered Professional Nurse places emphasis on mobilizing patients and preventing skin breakdown, falls and implements the appropriate measures to achieve this. The Registered Professional Nurse is a member of a designated care team and collaborates, coordinates and guides team members in planning patient care in a safe environment and achieving patient care goals according to the patient/family developmental stage and cultural expectations. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. BLS required. Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS). Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is required. Proficiency in the English language is required. Successful completion of a Progressive Care Course or Progressive Care Certification preferred. Adult Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Ability to employ problem solving techniques and critical thinking. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to organize care/activities of multiple patients.

Staff Nurse, Perioperative Services - Medical Special Procedures (MSP)

University Hospital, Newark NJ Newark, NJ

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position for Medical Special Procedures is to be responsible for the care of pediatric and adult patients undergoing endoscopic and other gastro-intestinal related procedures during the pre-procedural, procedural and post-procedural phases. The nurse delivers care through the use of the nursing process as reflected in SGNA’s Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice and Role Delineation Statements in a manner that is cost effective without compromising quality of care. Expected behaviors include, assessment, planning, implementation of nursing of nursing interventions and evaluation of the physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of the endoscopic patient pre-procedural, procedural and post-procedural phases of care. The Staff Nurse demonstrates competency to assist the physician with diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. The Staff Nurse participates in departmental quality assessment and improvement activities, meets hospital continuing education and certification requirements, participates in student teaching activities, upholds Patient Care Services philosophy and objectives, demonstrates knowledge of SGNA’s Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice and Role Delineation Statements, SGNA’s Guidelines for Nursing Care of the Patient Receiving Sedation and Analgesia in the GI Endoscopy Setting, SGNA’s Standards for Infection Control and Reprocessing of Flexible Gastrointestinal Endoscopes. AORN’s Age Specific Competency Statements and demonstrates professional growth and development. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey or eligible for New Jersey license. Employment will be contingent upon receiving New Jersey licensure. Adult Medical/Surgical/Special Procedures experience preferred. BSN preferred. BCLS certification required. PALS certification preferred. Must retain a neat, clean, professional appearance. Willingness to work with employees at various levels of skill, knowledge and abilities. Must have understanding, patience, and tact in dealing with physicians and fellow workers. Must pay attention to detail. Must be self-motivated and work in an efficient and effective manner.

Staff Nurse, Medical/Surgical Services, Liver Transplant - D Yellow

University Hospital, Newark NJ Newark, NJ

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to be accountable for the care activities, safety and goal achievements of assigned patients through assessing, diagnosing, planning and intervening in actual or potential health problems and evaluating patient’s response to the care. These responsibilities also include patient education and discharge planning. The Registered Professional Nurse places emphasis on mobilizing patients and preventing skin break down, falls and implements the appropriate measures to achieve this. The Registered Professional Nurse is a member of a designated care team and collaborates, coordinates and guides team members in planning patient care in a safe environment and achieving patient care goals according to the patient/family developmental stage and cultural expectations. The competent practice of the Professional Registered Nurse is evidenced by patient/family goal achievement, patient/family goal achievement, patient/family satisfaction, care and services demonstrated and thoroughly documented in accordance with American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice, Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Health Organization Standards Sentinel Event Alert Recommendation, Patient/Family Centered Principles, Department of Health Standards and University Hospital Policies and Procedures. As professional licensed staff and member of an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Professional Nurse exemplifies the behavioral expectations articulated for this role. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. BLS Certification required. Two (2) years Adult Medical/Surgical experience is required. Proficiency in the English language is required. Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is required. Entry level candidates with a BSN may be considered on a completion of academic preparation/clinical experience/residency certification program. Ability to employ problem solving techniques and critical thinking. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to organize care/activities of multiple patients. University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.

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Full-time

2 years ago

Registered Staff Nurse - SNA Line HA8748

BronxCare Health System The Bronx, NY

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Posting internally from 10/16-10/30 Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.