Registered Nurse Ambulatory Care Float

EHS OverviewEpiscopal Health Services Inc. (EHS) is a health system located on the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, New York. EHS provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care to the diverse populations of the Rockaways, Five Towns, South Nassau, and beyond. The system offers comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and rehabilitative services to people of all faiths.St. John's Episcopal Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission's Health Facilities Accreditation Program and is approved by the New York State Department of Health. The hospital is a recipient of the Gold-Plus Get with the Guidelines®-Stroke Quality Achievement Award and the Gold-Plus Get with the Guidelines®-Heart Failure Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. Additionally, St. John's is proud to be redesignated as a Baby-Friendly® Hospital by Baby-Friendly USA – the accrediting body and national authority for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) in the United States.Job SummaryCoordinates a patient-focused team in providing direct and collaborative health care in a variety of clinical settings designed to promote and restore optimal health across the life span. Utilizes all components of the nursing process in providing care that reflects an understanding of individual, cultural, and religious diversities and needs, and recognition of patient rights. Utilizes knowledge and expertise in case management to provide comprehensive, coordinated, seamless care to individuals and aggregate groups. Coordinates, integrates, and facilitates the patient/provider relationship along the continuum of care.ResponsibilitiesAble to identify immediate and long range plans for patient care and includes both the patient and family in the planSets priorities for the patients needs, making decisions which reflect sound judgementMonitor the patients clinical status and assess for significant changeCommunicate clearly with patient, family members, physicians, and team members to ensure patient needs are metSafely administer medication on time and in accordance with the Hospital's policiesPerform venipuncture and starts intravenous lines safelyRequirementsActive NYS RN licenseBachelor's Degree - Nursing preferredBLS certifications via American Heart Association (AHA)3+ years' experience including AmbulatoryQualificationsRegistered NurseEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.