Registered Nurse - Dialysis

Hemodialysis Registered Nurse The Hemodialysis Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient and family support and nursing care within their full scope of practice, dividing their time between the hemodialysis and medical-surgical areas. Responsibilities include participation in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs and services for patients, families, and the community. The RN will be involved in observation data collection, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients' physical, psychological, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs as guided by individualized and ongoing plan of care. The RN will work collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Roles and Responsibilities Assesses patients and families, whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex, and quickly recognizes normal parameters, deviations and abnormalities in physical, emotional, developmental and behavioral status based on past clinical experience. Use a person-centered care approach in the development of care plans and in prioritizing nursing care to meet patient and family needs. Plans for care of patients, demonstrating the ability to effectively prioritize both expected and unanticipated needs. Involves patients and families in establishing care goals. Demonstrates competence in the implementation of the technical skills required for the care of patients and families. Demonstrates initiative in remaining current on policy, procedures and standards. Acts as a resource to peers. Interventions for the attainment of care goals reflect resourceful involvement of team members. Facilitates the linking of patients and families with other disciplines and services as needed. Evaluates effectiveness of care and shows ongoing follow‑through in care delivery. Evaluation of care is reflective of the attainment of care goals. Demonstrates proficiency and compliance with established practices in clinical documentation. Required Skills and Experience Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Experience: Acute care experience in one of the following: Medical, Surgical, Telemetry, Progressive Care, Intensive Care, Critical Care, or Emergency Room. Other experience will be considered for qualified candidates. Hemodialysis nursing experience in an acute or chronic setting preferred. Licensure: Currently licensed in the State of New York as a Registered Professional Nurse. Certifications: Will obtain BLS during introductory period; ACLS to be acquired during orientation period. Physical Requirements Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., computer keyboard). May require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs), including boxes, equipment, IV solutions, and stooping and kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on lower shelves, and to file documents in lower file drawers). Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time may be necessary; must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job. Location and Travel Requirements Onsite, 101 Harris Dates Dr, Ithaca NY 14850 Less than 25% travel Pay Range Disclosure $39.63 to $48.18 per hour Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr EmergencyMD