What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Nurse - Med/Surg position at NYC Health + Hospitals?
About NYC Health Hospitals
In its century of service, Coney Island Hospital has established its reputation for clinical excellence and culturally competent care. The hospital has been recognized for its clinical innovations in Primary Care, Adolescent Medicine, Nuclear Medicine and Emergency Services. The hospital's staff is as diverse as the patients they serve. Interpreter services can be provided at any time of the day or night in over 130 languages.
Job Description
Purpose
To provide nursing care to hospitalized patients who involve the diagnosis and treatment of responses to actual and/or potential health problems through such means as case finding, health teaching, counseling, and provision of care supportive or restorative of life and well-being.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor patient’s condition and initiates appropriate nursing intervention including direct patient care.
- Plans and evaluates the delivery of nursing care utilizing the nursing process; formulates and implements a plan of care based on identified needs; sets priorities and delivers or directs care to meet patient needs.
- Collaborate with other health professionals in the care of assigned patients, including patient/SO teaching and discharge planning.
- Assist with diagnostic test/procedures and administer medications according to policy; evaluate patient responses and make appropriate revisions in the patient’s plan of care.
- Recognize emergency situations and act effectively according to protocols; assume personal responsibility for safe work habits and patient safety; utilizes/enforces universal precautions.
- Maintain professional competence through participation in continuing education; attend annual mandatory classes; maintain CPR certification.
- Participate in performance assessment/improvement activities as assigned.
- Perform unit management activities in absence of Head Nurse or as assigned; keep Head Nurse informed of unit activities/needs in her/his absence.
- Participates in accreditation process.
- Participates in QI and discharge planning activities.
- Provides direct care to patients in the following age group : Geriatrics, middle and young adult.
Minimum Qualifications
For individuals holding an unrestricted registered professional nursing license BEFORE July 1,
2020 in New York State, another state or United States territory:
1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse
in New York State; and
2. Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart
Association (AHA).
For individuals issued a registered professional nursing license on or AFTER July 1, 2020,
based on expected implementation of Chapter 502 of the Laws of 2017 and Chapter 380 of the
Laws of 2018:
1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional
Nurse in New York State; and
a. A Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing or higher (or other nursing degree, as identified by NYS
Education Department including Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor of
Philosophy Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Science) from an accredited college or
university, registered with the NYSED; or
b. Obtains a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing or higher, as described in “a” above, within ten
(10) years of the date of initial licensure; and
2. Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association
(AHA).
Nurse Residency Program: Get the support you need to grow and thrive at NYC Health Hospitals through our innovative
All full-time new hires that are recent graduates or new to their specialties are automatically enrolled in our 12-month Nurse Residency Program to assist in the transition to professional nursing practice while delivering patient care in a clinical environment. The Nurse Residency Program features interactive sessions, special educational events, simulations, and group seminars on evidence-based best practices, decision-making, conflict-resolution, end-of-life care, health care quality, patient safety and more. Participants will receive mentorship support, build relationships with nursing peers and develop leadership skills. For more information, log into https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/nurses4nyc/.
Department Preferences
Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse patient and staff population
Proficient in electronic medical records, specifically EPIC
Exhibits ICARE standards
National Patient Safety Goal (NPSG)
How To Apply
Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required prior to hire.
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:
Coney Island Hospital
Human Resources Department
2601 Ocean Parkway, Room 1W89
Brooklyn, NY 11235
Attn: Recruitment Unit
Fax: 718-616-4448
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20 hrs. per week
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
- Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
- College titution discounts and professional development opportunities
- Multiple employee discounts programs
Vacancy Control Board Number
VCB #: CON-06222022-0891