Staff Registered Nurse - Emergency Department, Nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)

Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency DepartmentAre you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.The Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department manages goal directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.Responsibilities:Keeps patients and family informed regularly and prnAssesses and diagnoses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care to assigned patientsDevelops, discusses and communicates a realistic problem list (plan of care) for each patient, in collaboration with family/significant other in order to address all identified needsDemonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patientEvaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient's responses are reassessed in order to meet patient, and family needs to assure overall quality of care deliveredMaintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the health care team, in order to assure quality careMaintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and developmentFunctions as a role model for current and new staffPerforms all responsibilities required by the emergency unit/critical care division as defined in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed. This includes, but is not limited to the age of the client servedUtilizes and follows national patient safety standards and develops practice standards that are evidence basedEducation:2 Year/Associate Degree in Nursing, required4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferredExperience:Minimum 1 year hospital Med/Surg experience, preferredCritical care nursing experience, preferredLicensure/Certifications:Valid NYS RN license, requiredBLS, ACLS, PALS certifications will be required within 6 monthsTNCC Certification within 1 year of employment, preferredEPNC, SANE certifications, preferredSkills:AccountabilityClinical SkillsCommunicationCritical ThinkingInteracting with PeopleMulti-TaskingPhysical Requirements:Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objectsOccasional climbing, crouching, kneeling, stooping, fit testingFrequent typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walkingHazards:Occasional chemical, explosives, mechanical, radiation/radiant energyFrequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposureWorking Conditions:Occasional odorsTravel:No travel requiredBassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer matchAnd more!Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.USD $39.61/Hr. USD $51.65/Hr.**NYSNA Bargaining Unit Position**We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.