Montefiore Nyack Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Endoscopy department in Nyack, New York. In this role, you will provide direct nursing care to patients of all ages within the endoscopy setting, utilizing the nursing process and established standards of practice. You will manage patient assessment, treatment, and care while demonstrating competency in patient safety, medication management, and effective communication with patients, families, and the 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
- 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 endoscopy nursing practice
- Demonstrate positive customer service interactions with patients and families of different cultures, values, and beliefs
- Acknowledge customer concerns and take corrective action
- Participate in department and hospital-wide activities that improve processes and outcomes
- Utilize resources to maintain and improve self-development and knowledge
- Demonstrate fiscally prudent use of equipment and supplies
- Complete projects and assignments within projected time frames and expectations
Schedule
- Monday through Friday
- Day shift
- 7.5 hours per day
Required Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor Degree in Nursing
- Minimum 1 year of experience in nursing
- Active Registered Nurse license from New York State Board of Nursing
- 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
- On-call availability required for OR, PACU, and Cath Lab
Preferred Qualifications
- National Certification in area of practice
Compensation
Note: The displayed rate is the hiring rate but may be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education, or other relevant factors. This position is part of the NH-NYSNA bargaining unit.