Registered Nurse Per Diem-Wakefield

Introduction To heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve. To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here. Overview The Registered Nurse is a clinically competent nursing professional with expertise in the assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation and evaluation of actual potential responses to human disease and illness. The Registered Nurse achieves these objectives by engaging in a variety of direct patient/family care activities. The Registered Nurse must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Age groups may include neonate through adult/geriatric but will vary according to the specific assignment. Responsibilities Demonstrate problem solving skills through application of the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation) on an assigned unit. Demonstrate competence in clinical practice through the provision of total patient care. Demonstrate leadership skills by contributing to a positive and collaborative patient care environment. Enact the Registered Nurse role in a manner that promotes professional growth and development. Demonstrate a commitment to quality patient care through participation in unit and departmental quality improvement activities. Assume the role of patient advocate through the upholding of patients' legal, ethical and moral rights. Ensuring that care delivered is specific to the age, growth and development of neonates, pediatric and adult/geriatric patients as required. Participates in all medical center performance improvement activities and will practice and demonstrate the principles of CQI in daily work assignments. Performs responsibilities with a deep commitment to hum.an dignity, respect and basic human rights; and expands this commitment to all working relationships with patients, visitors and fellow employees. Requirements AS Required BS Preferred 1-3 years 3 years or more Preferred Peri-operative, urological or outpatient surgical experience Preferred Registered Nurse New York Required OHS Fit Test Required OHS Annual Assessment Required #J-18808-Ljbffr