Registered Nurse

Duration: 06 Months Contract with possible extension / Saturday 08:30 AM - 03:30 PM Responsibilities Provides exceptional service and/or care to all patients, customers and team members. Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patient. Plans, directs and evaluates total nursing care. Works alongside and offers assistance to medical assistants (MA's) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation, understanding, and reduce apprehension. Accurately and promptly implements physician’s orders. Maintains the standards of accurate and complete recording and reporting. Administers vaccines, prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Prepares equipment and aids Physician during treatment and examination of patient to promote optimal patient outcomes by team collaboration. Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. Obtains VS to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient. Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol while remaining resourceful and calm. Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by physician and/or policy including patient and family instruction. Participates in in-service training for personnel. Performs laboratory test procedures within established criteria. Including but not limited to: Performing quality controls as per NYS guidelines. Maintaining logs with accurate documentation. Follows NY state guidelines for CLIA waived testing. Adheres to safety and scientifically accepted infection control practices and standards. Including but not limited to: Follows handwashing protocols. Maintains proper disposal of hazardous materials. Demonstrates knowledge of role in emergency disaster. Adheres to OSHA Blood Born Pathogen Standard. Follows National Patient Safety Goals, using two patient identifiers at all times. Rotates among various clinical services as needed. Communicates effectively with others for continuity of care. Performs independent diagnostic studies within scope of practice as ordered by physician. Performs other duties as required, including job responsibilities for MAs and LPNs. Qualifications Graduate from an approved Registered Nursing program. Current registration and valid registered nursing license to practice in N.Y. Prompt and regular attendance according to policy Complies with dress code and appearance standards. Interacts with patients, customers, the general public, management, and team members in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner. Functions and communicates respectfully with peers. (including covering each other during breaks, helping to draw bloods outside of daily assignments) Works with integrity, upholds ProHEALTH’s mission, values, and maintain confidentiality in all situations. Follows safety & security policies & procedures, immediately reporting suspicious activities and unsafe conditions. Participates in all mandatory job training and meetings. Adheres to requirements, policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or other clinical practices. Certification Graduate from an approved Registered Nursing program. Current registration and valid registered nursing license to practice in N.Y. #J-18808-Ljbffr