Registered Nurse - Observation Unit

Schedule: Full Time, Day/Evening/Night with weekend and holiday requirements Are you an experienced Registered Nurse interested in a fulfilling nursing career at UR Medicine Thompson Health? Consider joining our observation unit with a dynamic and thoughtful leader! The Observation unit RN will provide care to patients who require close monitoring and short-term care often due to acute conditions that don't necessitate full inpatient admission but do need more than an Emergency Room stay. Job responsibilities: Assessment of patients to monitor for changes in patients' condition Treatment and medication administration Documentation of patient status and response to treatment Education of patient and family on treatment plan, discharge instructions and care protocols related to their condition Coordination of Care with physicians, case managers and other members of the health care team to ensure a safe discharge or full admission to the hospital Requirements: Graduate of approved school of nursing BSN or working towards a BSN or professional certification within one year of employment preferred. NYS license as a Registered Professional Nurse 2 to 5 years of medical-surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred Current BLS required, ACLS preferred Good Communication skills and skilled in customer service Reliability and flexibility Demonstrates the CARES Values at all times. Position Pay Range: $38.00-50.00/hour Starting Pay: Based on experience Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply Education Associate /Science Nurse or better in Nursing. Preferred Education Bachelor of Science Nursing or better in Nursing or related field. Preferred Licenses & Certifications BLS for Healthcare Providers. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr