Northern Dutchess Hospital
Registered Nurse - Recovery Room, Per Diem Days
Northern Dutchess Hospital, Rhinebeck, New York, United States
Intro
At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.
Hospital Overview
Northern Dutchess Hospital is an 84-bed hospital located in picturesque Rhinebeck, New York. We are leaders in the Hudson Valley for maternity and orthopedic excellence and provide award-winning care in a wide range of specialties, from cancer and heart disease prevention to bariatric surgery and healthy aging services.
Awards and Accreditations
The Leapfrog Group – Grade A for quality and patient safety U.S. News & World Report – High performance in knee replacement Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) – Robotic Center of Excellence Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) – 5 Star Rating
Summary
The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patient’s needs, care plans, implements, and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. They demonstrate leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth.
Responsibilities Complete patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated:
Document detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patient’s physical, mental, and emotional status.
Ensure appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving to include transfer/discharge documentation as indicated.
Follow the five Rights of Medication Administration. Verbalize to patients/family/significant other the medication they are receiving. Assess the patient prior to administering medications noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, effectiveness and intervening as needed. Reassess and document response according to hospital policy.
Coordinate and supervise the delivery of nursing care, including the delegation of tasks:
Maintain accountability for care delegated.
Actively work to promote a culture of safety:
Assess patients for potential safety risks.
Adhere to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient safety. Initiate interventions related to the risk factors identified.
Conduct bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peer on assigned patients at change of shift.
Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner.
Ensure patient hand‑off as appropriate when leaving for breaks.
Assess learning needs of patient/family/significant other. Plan and provide appropriate instruction using applicable teaching methods. Assess and document patient/family/significant other response to teaching.
Cares for specific patient populations, regardless of location, as necessary.
Deliver Patient Centered Care:
Embrace the cultural diversity and difference of patients and team members.
Respect the dignity of all individuals through the maintenance of the caring relationship.
Maintain open lines of communication inclusive of actively listening.
Meet accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Work to promote a culture of learning and growth:
Seek experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
Teach others to succeed through mentorship.
Perform other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.
Education
Associate’s Level DGRE
Licensure and Certifications Current and unobstructed New York State Registered Nurse (NY Hospitals)
Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse License (CT Hospitals)
New graduates awaiting licensure at the discretion of the Chief Nursing Officer (CT only)
American Nurses Association endorsed Certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certification Preferred (Based on Certification specialty hours of work requirement).
Required Training BLS – All Nursing Care Areas – Required upon hire
ACLS – ED, ICU, CCU, SDU PCU, PACU, Cath Lab, GI, LDRP, IR, Float Pool (specific to individuals’ competency and location floated); Cardiology focused units – Required by end of orientation period
PALS – ED, PACU, Pediatric Areas (Either PALS or ENPC) – Required by end of orientation period
NRP – MCH, NICU, LDRP, DR – Required by end of orientation period
EFM – LDRP – Within 1 year of hire
TNCC – ED (Required Danbury, Norwalk); ICU (Preferred, but may have TCAR); PACU (DH Preferred) – Within 1 year of hire
ENPC – ED RN (Either PALS or ENPC) – Within 1 year of hire
TCAR – ICU (VBMC Preferred); ICU/PACU (NH) – Within 1 year of hire
CPI or other de‑escalation technique training – Behavioral Health, ED (All hospitals); Float Pool Putnam; 6W, Float Pool (Norwalk); ICU, PCU, 9 tower (DH) – Within 6 months of hire
S.T.A.B.L.E – OB (NDH Only) – Within 6 months of hire
Chemotherapy Certification – Inpatient Oncology – Within 1 year of hire
Abbreviations ED: Emergency Department
NICU: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
ICU: Intensive Care Unit
MCH: Maternal Child Health Unit
CCU: Critical Care Unit
LDRP: Labor Delivery Recovery Unit
OR: Operating Room
DR: Delivery Room
PCU: Progressive Care Unit
M/S: Medical Surgical Unit
SDU: Step Down Unit
CPI: Crisis Prevention Intervention
PACU: Post Anesthesia Care Unit
IR: Interventional Radiology
Training Acronyms BLS – Basic Life Support
ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support
NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation Program
EFM – Electronic Fetal Monitoring
TNCC – Trauma Nursing Core Course
ENPC – Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course
TCAR – Transcarotid Artery Revascularization
CPI – Crisis Prevention Institute
S.T.A.B.L.E – Stabilization Care of Sick Infants
Closing
With strong hearts and open minds, we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!
Working Conditions Manual: significant manual skills/motor coordination & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Credentials: RN, BLS
Company: Northern Dutchess Hospital
Org Unit: 1424
Department: Recovery Room
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly
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At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.
Hospital Overview
Northern Dutchess Hospital is an 84-bed hospital located in picturesque Rhinebeck, New York. We are leaders in the Hudson Valley for maternity and orthopedic excellence and provide award-winning care in a wide range of specialties, from cancer and heart disease prevention to bariatric surgery and healthy aging services.
Awards and Accreditations
The Leapfrog Group – Grade A for quality and patient safety U.S. News & World Report – High performance in knee replacement Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) – Robotic Center of Excellence Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) – 5 Star Rating
Summary
The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patient’s needs, care plans, implements, and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. They demonstrate leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth.
Responsibilities Complete patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated:
Document detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patient’s physical, mental, and emotional status.
Ensure appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving to include transfer/discharge documentation as indicated.
Follow the five Rights of Medication Administration. Verbalize to patients/family/significant other the medication they are receiving. Assess the patient prior to administering medications noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, effectiveness and intervening as needed. Reassess and document response according to hospital policy.
Coordinate and supervise the delivery of nursing care, including the delegation of tasks:
Maintain accountability for care delegated.
Actively work to promote a culture of safety:
Assess patients for potential safety risks.
Adhere to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient safety. Initiate interventions related to the risk factors identified.
Conduct bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peer on assigned patients at change of shift.
Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner.
Ensure patient hand‑off as appropriate when leaving for breaks.
Assess learning needs of patient/family/significant other. Plan and provide appropriate instruction using applicable teaching methods. Assess and document patient/family/significant other response to teaching.
Cares for specific patient populations, regardless of location, as necessary.
Deliver Patient Centered Care:
Embrace the cultural diversity and difference of patients and team members.
Respect the dignity of all individuals through the maintenance of the caring relationship.
Maintain open lines of communication inclusive of actively listening.
Meet accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Work to promote a culture of learning and growth:
Seek experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
Teach others to succeed through mentorship.
Perform other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice.
Education
Associate’s Level DGRE
Licensure and Certifications Current and unobstructed New York State Registered Nurse (NY Hospitals)
Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse License (CT Hospitals)
New graduates awaiting licensure at the discretion of the Chief Nursing Officer (CT only)
American Nurses Association endorsed Certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certification Preferred (Based on Certification specialty hours of work requirement).
Required Training BLS – All Nursing Care Areas – Required upon hire
ACLS – ED, ICU, CCU, SDU PCU, PACU, Cath Lab, GI, LDRP, IR, Float Pool (specific to individuals’ competency and location floated); Cardiology focused units – Required by end of orientation period
PALS – ED, PACU, Pediatric Areas (Either PALS or ENPC) – Required by end of orientation period
NRP – MCH, NICU, LDRP, DR – Required by end of orientation period
EFM – LDRP – Within 1 year of hire
TNCC – ED (Required Danbury, Norwalk); ICU (Preferred, but may have TCAR); PACU (DH Preferred) – Within 1 year of hire
ENPC – ED RN (Either PALS or ENPC) – Within 1 year of hire
TCAR – ICU (VBMC Preferred); ICU/PACU (NH) – Within 1 year of hire
CPI or other de‑escalation technique training – Behavioral Health, ED (All hospitals); Float Pool Putnam; 6W, Float Pool (Norwalk); ICU, PCU, 9 tower (DH) – Within 6 months of hire
S.T.A.B.L.E – OB (NDH Only) – Within 6 months of hire
Chemotherapy Certification – Inpatient Oncology – Within 1 year of hire
Abbreviations ED: Emergency Department
NICU: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
ICU: Intensive Care Unit
MCH: Maternal Child Health Unit
CCU: Critical Care Unit
LDRP: Labor Delivery Recovery Unit
OR: Operating Room
DR: Delivery Room
PCU: Progressive Care Unit
M/S: Medical Surgical Unit
SDU: Step Down Unit
CPI: Crisis Prevention Intervention
PACU: Post Anesthesia Care Unit
IR: Interventional Radiology
Training Acronyms BLS – Basic Life Support
ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support
NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation Program
EFM – Electronic Fetal Monitoring
TNCC – Trauma Nursing Core Course
ENPC – Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course
TCAR – Transcarotid Artery Revascularization
CPI – Crisis Prevention Institute
S.T.A.B.L.E – Stabilization Care of Sick Infants
Closing
With strong hearts and open minds, we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!
Working Conditions Manual: significant manual skills/motor coordination & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Credentials: RN, BLS
Company: Northern Dutchess Hospital
Org Unit: 1424
Department: Recovery Room
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly
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