Registered Nurse PACU/ASU/Wound Care

Position Summary At SBELIH, registered nurses diagnose and treat responses to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing methods and techniques such as case finding, health teaching and counseling. Incumbents provide care supporting the restoration of health and well‑being, while adhering to a medical regimen. Job Duties & Essential Functions Assess the patient’s condition and nursing needs; coordinate nursing care activities with other health disciplines involved in the treatment effort to relate and integrate the nursing regimen with the treatment plan for patients. Develop a written individualized care plan which includes teaching needs and discharge planning. Administer direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed. Administer medication. Practice infection control and participate in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Assume responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing care to all assigned patients. Communicate changes in patient’s condition and questions regarding patient care to Charge RN/Clinician. Develop and maintain a current written plan of care for assigned patients. Set priorities to meet the patient’s needs. Set patient goals and priorities with the patient and/or family. Provide documented evidence in the medical record of patient/family teaching and their responses and understanding of the teaching. Ensure that patient education and instructions are consistent with that of the physician or designee. Communicate and work effectively with other staff and other departments. Participate in unit or hospital‑based quality assurance activities or committees to contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession at SBELIH. Required Experience & Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certifications required. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Critical Care Nursing (Intensive Care Unit or Emergency Department) required. Preferred Experience & Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. (Under New York State Education Law § 6905, all Registered Nurses licensed on or after December 19, 2017, must obtain a BSN within 10 years of initial RN licensure to practice in New York.) Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) (Adult) certification preferred. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred. Physical Demands Ability to stand, walk, and move quickly for extended periods, especially during emergencies. Ability to assist with patient transfers, repositioning and physical interventions if needed. Lifting and/or transferring patients, including those who may be physically aggressive or uncooperative, using appropriate safety techniques and equipment. Handling equipment and supplies needed for emergency care. React quickly to situations involving physical restraint, patient agitation, or aggression. Provide physical support in restraining or de‑escalating patients if necessary. Ability to use medical instruments, perform assessments, administer medications, and manage equipment with precision. Perform tasks such as documenting patient information, administering injections, or manipulating medical equipment. Maintain physical and mental alertness during long shifts, including night shifts and weekends. Manage high‑stress situations with clear decision‑making and physical capacity. Handle emotional and physical challenges that come with caring for patients who may be agitated or experiencing mental health crises. Respond quickly and take rapid action, including using physical restraint procedures to stabilize patients in a crisis situation. These physical demands are tailored to the nature of the job, requiring a high level of alertness, physical engagement, and responsiveness, especially when dealing with patients in acute psychiatric distress. Anticipated Pay Range The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience. The above salary range represents SBELIH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Pre‑Employment Requirements Successfully complete pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Eastern Long Island’s Employee Health Services. Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references. Successfully complete a 4‑panel drug screen. Meet regulatory requirements for pre‑employment screenings. Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s). EEO Statement Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr