PRN PreOp PACU RN

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital , and interact with us on LinkedIn , Glassdoor , Indeed , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube and Instagram .

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Student Nurse Extern 12 - LOH.

In this role, the successful candidate Performs patient care procedures and related activities within the framework of the written care plan and assignment by the professional registered nurse. Works closely with the professional nurse to determine patient needs, implements care activities, and reports patient/family responses. Carries out patient assignments under the direct supervision of the registered nurse, with a comprehensive approach to achieve specific outcomes. Reports to the RN specific functions completed. Observes the RN in the performance of professional nursing care.

Job Responsibilities:

* Participates in unit-based quality initiatives under the guidance of a registered professional nurse.Participates in unit-based quality initiatives under the guidance of a registered professional nurse. * Demonstrates an understanding of the rationale and basic principles of assigned patient's treatment/care procedures. * Provides for hygiene, safety, and comfort needs of assigned patients. * Utilizes nursing interventions to prevent the complications of bed rest and immobility. * Provides assistance to patients with activities of daily living and encourages appropriate self-care. * Incorporates infection prevention/control guidelines, and risk management in patient care. * Measures vital signs. * Applies clean dressings. * Performs intake and output. * Provides oral suctioning and mouth care. * Utilizes the written patient care plan/clinical pathway to deliver patient care. * Demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care by identifying physical, psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, religious, and development needs, and adapting interventions accordingly. * Observes the nursing process, i.e., assessment, documentation, planning, interventions, and evaluation under the direction of the registered nurse. * Observes and reports changes in the patient's condition and environment to the registered nurse. * Supports patient's privacy and confidentiality. * Verbally and non-verbally communicates support and responsiveness to patients, families, and other staff. * With additional training and demonstrated competency, may also be permitted to perform the following clinical functions and treatments: Obtains 12 lead EKGs. Uses a glucometer. * Participates in the planning and evaluation of nursing care by active participation in conferences. * Assumes responsibility for observing patient/family responses, changes in patient condition, results of procedures performed and reports same to the designated registered nurse. * Completes written documentation of these activities and observations, obtaining co-signature by the supervising registered nurse. * Cooperates and interacts with the interdisciplinary team members when carrying out patient care. * Demonstrates knowledge of the NYUMC's Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of duties. * Functions as a respectful member of the health care team. * Participates in classroom or unit-based educational learning activities. * Observes patient teaching. * Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs. * Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Completion of a minimum of one clinical semester with a medical/surgical focus in a BSN program.
Acceptable transcript (Min GPA of 3.0, 3.5 preferred) and two clinical references from the School of Nursing.
Successful completion of a written screening questionnaire.
Certification in BLS.
Demonstrates physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities..

Required Licenses: Basic Life Support Cert

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $30.00 - $20.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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