Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Telemetry

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Telemetry New York, Potsdam 10/06/2025 Contract Active Job Description: Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit. Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the RN will provide high-quality, direct patient care, ensuring a comprehensive approach to nursing practice. Key Responsibilities: Perform nursing assessments, diagnoses, planning, intervention, evaluation, and coordination of care for patients and their families across the healthcare continuum. Ensure accountability for clinical, educational, quality, and fiscal patient care outcomes by utilizing the nursing model of care and adhering to established agency policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and standards of practice. Collaborate effectively with various members of the healthcare team, patients, and families to facilitate communication and ensure optimal patient outcomes. Maintain organized workflows by setting priorities and efficiently completing assigned tasks. Report directly to the unit Nurse Manager regarding patient care and unit operations. Required Qualifications: A minimum of 24 months of experience as a Medical Surgical/Telemetry RN in a hospital setting. Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information. Effective interpersonal skills for communicating with diverse members of the healthcare team, patients, and families. Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and complete work efficiently. Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing school with an Associate's or Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN preferred). Certification & License: Licensed to practice professional nursing as a Registered Nurse. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification. #J-18808-Ljbffr