Northwell Health
Job Description
Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
Responsibilities Assesses the patient’s physiologic health status Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/significant others, reviews patient’s chart and answers questions correctly and courteously Assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status Determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate Assesses level of pain and pain management Communicates/documents patient’s physiologic health status and plan of care
Assesses patient’s psychosocial health status Elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend Identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction Communicates and documents psychological status and care plan; support group, counseling services, social services
Identifies patient outcome Develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes Identifies actual/potential patient problems Identifies patient’s need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment Develops patient outcome statement(s) and establishes individualized patient goals
care and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome Identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome Coordinates the cost‑effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome Documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members
Implements the plan of care Maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care Reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care Correctly administers prescribed treatments and uses equipment necessary for patient care Provides emotional support to patient and significant other Applies scientific principles in performing procedures, carrying them out safely, timely and efficiently Reports and records patient’s conditions during treatments/procedures Keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity and condition Actively manages any emergency situation, ensuring calm and effective response Participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate Provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other
Evaluates care provided for patient outcome Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same Performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement Designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in the unit Keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity and condition
Collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team Collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient’s plan of care Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician Assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures Uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments to the Patient Care Associate, Support Care Associate and Clerical Service Associate, ensuring timely completion
Performs grade I‑IV decubitus care Performs preventive skin care measures, simple dressings with aseptic technique, warm & cold compresses, and irrigations as per facility procedure
Administers medications correctly and safely Correctly identifies medication action, dosage, side effects and implications Meets standard on medication administration examination Demonstrates preparation of local solutions and I.V. drips Administers and documents medication correctly according to departmental policy
Participates in patient and family education Provides the patient with an explanation of his/her condition Communicates assessment data to care team members and agencies Recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources Provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals
Physical Demands: Constant – standing, walking, stooping, bending, stretching, lifting, pulling, pushing and turning. Frequent – lifts objects from 10 lbs to 150 lbs, pushes up to 200 lbs. Occasional – sitting, lifting with assistance objects greater than 150 lbs and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Qualifications Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited program within 24 months of employment, if hired after September 1, 2010, and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of employment date.
Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
BCLS, ACLS preferred.
*Additional Salary Detail: The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of the job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). #J-18808-Ljbffr
Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
Responsibilities Assesses the patient’s physiologic health status Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/significant others, reviews patient’s chart and answers questions correctly and courteously Assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status Determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate Assesses level of pain and pain management Communicates/documents patient’s physiologic health status and plan of care
Assesses patient’s psychosocial health status Elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend Identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction Communicates and documents psychological status and care plan; support group, counseling services, social services
Identifies patient outcome Develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes Identifies actual/potential patient problems Identifies patient’s need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment Develops patient outcome statement(s) and establishes individualized patient goals
care and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome Identifies care activities and establishes the priorities necessary to achieve expected outcome Coordinates the cost‑effective use of supplies, equipment and medication to achieve expected outcome Documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members
Implements the plan of care Maintains constant vigilance over patients care to ensure that safety precautions/needs are followed Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care Reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care Correctly administers prescribed treatments and uses equipment necessary for patient care Provides emotional support to patient and significant other Applies scientific principles in performing procedures, carrying them out safely, timely and efficiently Reports and records patient’s conditions during treatments/procedures Keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity and condition Actively manages any emergency situation, ensuring calm and effective response Participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate Provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other
Evaluates care provided for patient outcome Demonstrates ability to measure effectiveness of care provided and documents same Performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement Designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in the unit Keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity and condition
Collaborates with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimen; provides direction to other members of the care team Collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient’s plan of care Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed by the Physician Assists the Physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures Uses clinical judgment in delegating assignments to the Patient Care Associate, Support Care Associate and Clerical Service Associate, ensuring timely completion
Performs grade I‑IV decubitus care Performs preventive skin care measures, simple dressings with aseptic technique, warm & cold compresses, and irrigations as per facility procedure
Administers medications correctly and safely Correctly identifies medication action, dosage, side effects and implications Meets standard on medication administration examination Demonstrates preparation of local solutions and I.V. drips Administers and documents medication correctly according to departmental policy
Participates in patient and family education Provides the patient with an explanation of his/her condition Communicates assessment data to care team members and agencies Recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources Provides for early discharge planning and appropriate referrals
Physical Demands: Constant – standing, walking, stooping, bending, stretching, lifting, pulling, pushing and turning. Frequent – lifts objects from 10 lbs to 150 lbs, pushes up to 200 lbs. Occasional – sitting, lifting with assistance objects greater than 150 lbs and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Qualifications Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited program within 24 months of employment, if hired after September 1, 2010, and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of employment date.
Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
BCLS, ACLS preferred.
*Additional Salary Detail: The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of the job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). #J-18808-Ljbffr