Discharge Lounge RN III

Title Discharge Lounge RN III Job Description The Highland Discharge Lounge RN is a new position to help facilitate flow throughout the hospital! HOURS - Monday through Friday / 10am - 6:30pm. No holidays. The Highland Discharge Lounge RN provides professional nursing services for patients and their families and/or for the nursing department. They collaborate with other health care providers and health care team members to achieve expected patient outcomes and improve the care environment. Nurses use the nursing process and evidence‑based practice to coordinate and provide direct care and services that support care. Core Performance Domains Clinical Practice Service Excellence Professional Development and Professional Communication and Behaviors Research and Evidence Based Practice Organization Contributions Level III Registered Nurse (RN) Responsibilities The Level III RN is accountable for the provision of expert patient care based on established standards and utilizing the nursing process including service to patients with complex needs. The Level III nurse has increased responsibilities that may include staff orientation, patient care coordination, shift charge nurse, or other unit/service activities and may assume an expanded unit role as available and assigned by Nurse Manager. The Level III nurse supports peers in the delivery of patient care, uses and role models appropriate team communication methods, and documents care that reflects the patient condition and priorities. The Level III nurse provides support to team problem solving. The Level III nurse identifies opportunities for self‑growth and contributes to the development of other learners. The Level III nurse contributes to a safe unit environment and operations by interpreting policy and procedures, sharing new evidence with peers, adhering to practice and policy standards, and supporting efficiencies in care. The Level III nurse identifies potential problems and demonstrates an enhanced level of critical decision making and conflict‑management skills. The Level III nurse participates in formal and informal educational activities that support evidence‑based care and outcomes. Job Requirements Minimum recent 2 years RN experience in an acute care setting. BS in Nursing preferred. Licensed by New York State to practice as a Registered Nurse. Current CPR certification (American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare providers preferred). Compensation Pay Range: $41.00 - $54.19 per hour. EEO Statement The Hospital is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC