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Stony Brook Southampton Hospital

Registered Nurse - North 2 Per Diem Day

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Southampton, New York, United States

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Registered Nurse - North 2 Per Diem Day

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Stony Brook Southampton Hospital

Position Summary At Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, our Registered Nurses diagnose and treat responses to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing methods and techniques such as case finding, health teaching and counseling. Incumbents provide care that supports, restores and promotes health and well‑being while adhering to a medical regimen.

Job Duties & Essential Functions

Assess the patient’s condition and nursing needs; coordinate nursing care activities with other health disciplines involved in the treatment effort to relate and integrate the nursing regimen with the treatment plan for patients.

Develop a written individualized care plan which includes teaching needs and discharge planning.

Administer direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed.

Administer medication.

Practice infection control and participate in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment.

Assume responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing care to all assigned patients. Communicate changes in patient’s condition and questions regarding patient care to Charge RN/Clinician.

Develop and maintain current written plan of care for assigned patients. Set priorities to meet the patient’s needs. Set patient goals and priorities with the patient and/ or family.

Provide documentation evidence in the medical record of patient/family teaching and their responses and understanding of the teaching. Ensure that patient education and instructions are consistent with that of the physician or designee.

Communicate and work effectively with other staff and other departments.

Participate in unit or hospital‑based quality assurance activities or committees to contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession at SBSH.

Required Experience and Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Bachelor of Science in nursing degree preferred. (Under New York State Education Law 6905, all Registered Nurses licensed on or after December 19, 2017, must obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 10 years of their initial RN licensure to maintain their ability to practice in the State of New York. Failure to meet this legal requirement may impact your employment status.)

Possession of or eligibility for a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association preferred.

Physical Demands

Ability to stand, walk, and move quickly for extended periods, especially during emergencies.

Ability to assist with patient transfers, repositioning and physical interventions, if needed.

Lifting and/or transferring patients, including those who may be physically aggressive or uncooperative, with the use of appropriate safety techniques and equipment.

Handling equipment and supplies needed for emergency care.

Reacting quickly to situations involving physical restraint, patient agitation, or aggression.

Providing physical support in restraining or de‑escalating patients if necessary.

Ability to use medical instruments, perform assessments, administer medications, and manage equipment with precision.

Performing tasks such as documenting patient information, administering injections, or manipulating medical equipment.

Ability to maintain physical and mental alertness during long shifts, including night shifts and weekends.

Capacity to manage high‑stress situations with clear decision‑making and physical capacity.

Ability to manage the emotional and physical challenges that come with caring for patients who may be agitated or experiencing mental health crises.

Must be able to respond quickly and take rapid action including using physical restraint procedures to stabilize patient in a crisis situation.

These physical demands are tailored to the nature of the job, which requires a high level of alertness, physical engagement, and responsiveness, especially when dealing with patients in acute psychiatric distress.

Anticipated Pay Range The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck!

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Complete pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services.

Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three professional references.

Successfully complete a 4‑panel drug screen.

Meet regulatory requirements for pre‑employment screenings.

Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s) / certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

Company Overview Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, as part of Stony Brook Medicine, provides direct access to the highest level of academic‑based medical care. Located in the heart of the village of Southampton, two hours from New York City, the hospital serves a diverse community of year‑round residents, second homeowners and vacationers. The population, about 75,000 in the winter months, increases sharply to more than 300,000 in the summer. Stony Brook Southampton Hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by Newsday among large employers (defined as having 500+ employees).

Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Job Information Job Field:

Medicine‑Surgical

Primary Location:

US‑NY‑Southampton

Department/Hiring Area:

108 – North 2

Schedule:

Per Diem

Posting Start Date:

Jan 6, 2026

Posting End Date:

Ongoing

Salary:

$65.63 per hour

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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