Float Pool Nurse (Part-Tme/22.5hrs)

Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center is attuned to the healthcare issues that matter to the people of North Brooklyn. Woodhull focuses on preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles by reaching out to the community at various convenient locations.At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high-quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all personsWork Shifts0730 - 2000Job DescriptionThe staff nurse in the Adult Emergency Department provides critical care and continuous observation for a diverse population with various medical and surgical diagnoses.Areas of ResponsibilitiesAdult Emergency DepartmentDuties & Responsibilities1. Triages and prioritizes patient care in accordance with the Nursing policy and procedures.2. Initiate life saving measures independently within scope of practice (must be certified in BCLS, ACLS & PALS).3. Provides care in accordance with the Nursing policy and procedures.4. Collaborates with Emergency Medical Team to establish a plan of patient care. 5. Performs appropriate assessment and obtains pertinent history relates to chief complaint.6. Checks and records all vital signs.7. Anticipates patients' needs for expedition of diagnosis and treatment, e.g. obtain specimens and perform or refer patient for diagnostic tests as ordered.8. Recognizes safety hazards and initiates action to eliminate hazards.9. Actively enforces Infection Control Practices.10. Reports and records information regarding patient's status and responses, clearly and promptly.11. Documents administration of all medications and responses to medication in medical record.12. Identifies those components of the nursing care which may be Delegated to ancillary nursing personnel and provides teaching and guidance necessary13. Participates in defining, maintaining and interpreting standards of nursing practice14. Participates in discharge planning.15. Utilizes community resources in dealing with total needs of patient and family (social, educational and vocational).16. Self-directed in completing assignment.17. Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and sequence of action in emergency situations.18. Offers praise and recognition for achievement to elevate patient's self-esteem.19. Involves family and significant others in planning care.20. Initiates consultation with health team members as needed.21. Identifies problems and assists in their resolution.22. Participates in audits of care as part of quality assurance program.23. Conducts conference to develop nursing care plans and to promote staff development.24. Participates in self-evaluation.Minimum Qualifications1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and2. One (1) year of clinical nursing experience in the specialty area in which assigned to float; and3. Holds or obtains a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).BenefitsIn addition to base compensation, you may also receive the following based on the Collectively-Bargained Agreement:An annual education differential if you currently possess an appropriate degree in nursing or an allied health discipline from an accredited college or university, as listed below:Bachelors in allied health discipline = $900Masters in allied health discipline = $1,200Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) = $1,800Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) = $2,000Doctorate in Education, Nursing Practice or PhD in Nursing (DNP) = $2,500An annual certification differential if you currently hold appropriate certifications that are nationally recognized in the discipline or area of specialization for which you are employed, as listed below:Certifications in the following disciplinesareas of specialization are eligible for premium pay at $3,000:Certifications in the following disciplinesareas of specialization are eligible for premium pay at $2,000:All other nationally recognized certifications are eligible for regular pay at $1,878.An annual certification differential ranging from $1,878 up to $4,878 if you currently hold appropriate certifications that are nationally recognized in the discipline or area of specialization for which you are employed.An annual nursing experience differential ranging from $987 up to $8,190 for up to 10 years of experience if you have outside nursing experience as a Staff Nurse.If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per weekRetirement Savings and Pension PlansLoan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employeesPaid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contractsCollege tuition discounts and professional development opportunitiesMultiple employee discounts programs

Created: 2025-02-17