Registered Nurse- 5 Maze Med/Surg

Montefiore Nyack Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 5 Maze Medical/Surgical unit in Nyack, New York. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive nursing care to patients of all ages within a structured medical-surgical setting. You will work day shifts on a 12-hour schedule (7 AM–7 PM) with varying days off, managing patient care through the nursing process while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Systematically provide nursing care to patients within the framework of the nursing process and established standards of practice
• Integrate principles of patient safety in the provision of direct nursing care and medication management
• Assess, treat, and care for patients of all ages, demonstrating understanding of developmental needs and biopsychosocial factors
• Adhere to established system-wide communication standards and processes
• Participate in designated forums addressing patient care, patient education, policy and procedures, safety, and clinical outcomes
• Maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills related to the area of practice
• Demonstrate accountability for clinical competence and adherence to defined standards of care
• Participate in department and hospital-wide activities that improve processes and outcomes
• Utilize resources fiscally and maintain compliance with equipment and supply charge processes
• Complete assigned projects and tasks within projected timeframes

Clinical Setting

This role is located on the 5 Maze Medical/Surgical unit at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. The position is part of the NH–NYSNA bargaining unit.

Schedule

• Shift: Day (7 AM–7 PM)
• Daily Hours: 12 hours
• Days: Vary
• On-call required for the following areas: OR, PACU, and Cath Lab

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $54.53 per hour
• Note: The displayed rate is the hiring rate but may be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education, or other relevant factors.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (minimum)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the area of application
• Active Registered Nurse license in New York State
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification from American Heart Association (required within 6 months of hire/transfer for most areas; within 3 months for PACU)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing
• National Certification in area of practice

Additional Certifications

Depending on the specific unit assignment, the following certifications may be required:

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) from American Heart Association (required within 6 months of hire/transfer for ED, Nursing Radiology, and SDS; within 3 months for PACU)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) from American Heart Association (required within 6 months of hire for Labor & Delivery, Mother/Baby, and NICU)
• ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certificate or Chemotherapy Biotherapy Fundamentals of Administration from Oncology Nursing Society (required for Infusion Center)