DescriptionThe Per Diem Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse who provides safe competent quality care based on nursing theory and research to a designated group of patients and significant others.
ResponsibilitiesRoles & Responsibilities:
Registered Professional Nurse who provides safe competent quality care based on nursing theory and research to a designated group of patients.
- Nursing assessment based on interview examination observation and review of records of the patient.
- Develops a goal oriented care plan based on the nursing assessment with participation of patient and significant others.
- Nursing actions are consistent with the care plan and medical regimen and hospital procedures
- Demonstrates a competent level of technical skill which reflect the scientific knowledge judgment and technical skills of professional nursing.
- Assists in development implementation and evaluation of standards of care and professional practice in collaboration with members of the health care team and in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory agency requirements.
- Coordinates patient care activities based on established priorities including teaching rounding counseling and discharge planning and directs/delegates appropriately to members of the health care team.
- Participate in management and care of patients on telemetry including administration of IV antiarrythmic drugs and EKG interpretation.
QualificationsRequirements:
- Bachelor of Science with a major in Nursing preferred.
- Documented previous experience or educational preparation to support clinical competence in area of nursing practice. Special skills/experience may be required in specialized areas.
- Registered Nurse License and current registration in New York State. Minimum 1 year telemetry Med/Surg experience in a hospital certification required (American Heart Association). EKG skills and certification required.
- Duties include: remote telemetry administration of IV antiarrhythmic drugs EKG interpretation IV Therapy remote telemetry chemo IV/Phlebotomy Participate in management and care of patients on telemetry.
Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSB-RN
SEIU 1199 at Mount Sinai Brooklyn for Registered Nurses ACN - Nursing Per Diem Float Pool - BKL Mount Sinai Brooklyn