Up to a $25,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified Registered Nurses!!! *Terms of payment may vary based on experience* Are you ready to join an organization where delivering high quality patient-centered care, compassion, teamwork, and integrity are the basis for how we work? At Arnot Health, we are focused on delivering high-quality, safe, cost-effective, socially responsible health care services. Arnot Health, an integrated healthcare delivery system, is conveniently located in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region of New York, which is known for its charm, scenic settings, and historical significance. We offer competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities. We welcome your application. MAIN FUNCTION: The RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated timeframe and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. The RN is expected to perform their duties according to established standards of care and the core values established by the Division of Nursing. Reports to assigned Unit Director. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: STANDARDS OF CARE Nursing Process Assessment 1. Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychological and cognitive status of patients.** Diagnosis 2. Analyzes assessment data to determine appropriate nursing diagnoses.** Outcome Identification 3. Identifies appropriate expected outcomes individualized to the patient.** Planning 4. Formulates a goal directed plan of care, which is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes.** 5. Identifies patient/significant other learning needs and implements appropriate measures to meet these.** Implementation 6. Implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent and continuous manner.** 7. Performs documentation duties on unit and in patient record, which is timely, accurate and concise.** Evaluation 8. Evaluates effectiveness of self, care given by all health care team members, and contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in progressing patient toward outcomes.** PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE Quality of Care 9. Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution.** 10. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.** 11. Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care and decision making for designated patient populations.** 12. Follows all Medical Center, Division of Nursing and Unit specific Policy and Procedures.** 13. Consistently incorporates hourly rounding into daily practice.** Performance Appraisal 14. Demonstrates an awareness of self responsibility and accountability for own professional practices.** 15. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and unit function and strives to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.** Education 16. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills required by assigned unit.** 17. Participates actively in staff development activities for unit and department of nursing personnel and other departments and personnel as appropriate.** Collegiality 18. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and significant others.** 19. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts.** Ethics 20. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant other rights, as identified within the institution.** 21. Decisions and actions on behalf of patients are determined in an ethical manner. ** Research 22. Remains aware of current nursing research and implements findings in Nursing Practice as applicable.** Resource Utilization 23. Functions to establish priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment and supplies.** CORE VALUES Accountability 24. Accepts accountability for individual practice. Caring and Compassionate Environment 25. Respects and recognizes each patient as a unique individual and provides holistic nursing care. Collaboration 26. Collaborates with the patient, family and other health care providers in providing patient care.** Communication 27. Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills, using lines of authority appropriately.** Continuity of Care 28. Consistently identifies appropriate care plan and delivers care according to the plan of care.** Leadership 29. Demonstrates leadership ability. 30. Demonstrates appropriate delegation of tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care and unit activities.** 31. Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills as a method of sound decision making.** Learning Environment 32. Demonstrates self directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development. Attends 75% of all staff meetings and 100% of all mandatory in-services.** 33. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question.** Participation in Decision Making 34. Participates in development and attainment of unit and Department of Nursing goals, along with Medical Center strategic plans and goals.** 35. Participates in unit, Division of Nursing and Medical Center councils/committees as appropriate.** Quality Improvement 36. Participates in Quality Improvement initiatives and standards development.** 37. Is familiar with and demonstrates Quality in Action principles and participates in the process as appropriate.** Age-Appropriate Care 38. Provides age-appropriate care to all patients according to their age groups for the particular unit to which the individual is assigned.** Other 39. Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Medical Center. 40.0It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to considered inclusive of all duties, which may be assigned. EDUCATION: Current NYS nursing licensure, limited permit or eligible. Excellent communication skills and writing ability. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Appreciable physical effort required; lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving patients of various size, capabilities and abilities. Some lifting, reaching, and stooping. Required to be on feet much of the time. EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood and body fluid or tissues. ** ADA Essential Functions
Up to a $25,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified Registered Nurses!!! *Terms of payment may vary based on experience* Are you ready to join an organization where delivering high quality patient-centered care, compassion, teamwork, and integrity are the basis for how we work? At Arnot Health, we are focused on delivering high-quality, safe, cost-effective, socially responsible health care services. Arnot Health, an integrated healthcare delivery system, is conveniently located in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region of New York, which is known for its charm, scenic settings, and historical significance. We offer competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities. We welcome your application. MAIN FUNCTION: The RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated timeframe and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. The RN is expected to perform their duties according to established standards of care and the core values established by the Division of Nursing. Reports to assigned Unit Director. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: STANDARDS OF CARE Nursing Process Assessment 1. Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychological and cognitive status of patients.** Diagnosis 2. Analyzes assessment data to determine appropriate nursing diagnoses.** Outcome Identification 3. Identifies appropriate expected outcomes individualized to the patient.** Planning 4. Formulates a goal directed plan of care, which is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes.** 5. Identifies patient/significant other learning needs and implements appropriate measures to meet these.** Implementation 6. Implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent and continuous manner.** 7. Performs documentation duties on unit and in patient record, which is timely, accurate and concise.** Evaluation 8. Evaluates effectiveness of self, care given by all health care team members, and contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in progressing patient toward outcomes.** PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE Quality of Care 9. Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution.** 10. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.** 11. Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care and decision making for designated patient populations.** 12. Follows all Medical Center, Division of Nursing and Unit specific Policy and Procedures.** 13. Consistently incorporates hourly rounding into daily practice.** Performance Appraisal 14. Demonstrates an awareness of self responsibility and accountability for own professional practices.** 15. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and unit function and strives to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.** Education 16. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills required by assigned unit.** 17. Participates actively in staff development activities for unit and department of nursing personnel and other departments and personnel as appropriate.** Collegiality 18. Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and significant others.** 19. Remains flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts.** Ethics 20. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant other rights, as identified within the institution.** 21. Decisions and actions on behalf of patients are determined in an ethical manner. ** Research 22. Remains aware of current nursing research and implements findings in Nursing Practice as applicable.** Resource Utilization 23. Functions to establish priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment and supplies.** CORE VALUES Accountability 24. Accepts accountability for individual practice. Caring and Compassionate Environment 25. Respects and recognizes each patient as a unique individual and provides holistic nursing care. Collaboration 26. Collaborates with the patient, family and other health care providers in providing patient care.** Communication 27. Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills, using lines of authority appropriately.** Continuity of Care 28. Consistently identifies appropriate care plan and delivers care according to the plan of care.** Leadership 29. Demonstrates leadership ability. 30. Demonstrates appropriate delegation of tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care and unit activities.** 31. Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills as a method of sound decision making.** Learning Environment 32. Demonstrates self directed learning and participation in continuing education to meet own professional development. Attends 75% of all staff meetings and 100% of all mandatory in-services.** 33. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question.** Participation in Decision Making 34. Participates in development and attainment of unit and Department of Nursing goals, along with Medical Center strategic plans and goals.** 35. Participates in unit, Division of Nursing and Medical Center councils/committees as appropriate.** Quality Improvement 36. Participates in Quality Improvement initiatives and standards development.** 37. Is familiar with and demonstrates Quality in Action principles and participates in the process as appropriate.** Age-Appropriate Care 38. Provides age-appropriate care to all patients according to their age groups for the particular unit to which the individual is assigned.** Other 39. Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Medical Center. 40.0It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to considered inclusive of all duties, which may be assigned. EDUCATION: Current NYS nursing licensure, limited permit or eligible. Excellent communication skills and writing ability. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Appreciable physical effort required; lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving patients of various size, capabilities and abilities. Some lifting, reaching, and stooping. Required to be on feet much of the time. EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood and body fluid or tissues. ** ADA Essential Functions
MAIN FUNCTION: Office Nurse II diagnoses and treats patient responses to actual or potential health problems through services such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling, provisions of care supportive to or restorative of live and well-being and executing medical regimes prescribed by a licensed physician, physician's assistant or nurse practitioner. A nursing regimen shall be consistent with and shall not vary from any existing medical regimen. This position reports to AMS-Director of Nursing and Clinical Services. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses and cares for patients under the direction Provider. Supervises care of licensed practical nurses and medical assistants in the office setting. Performs accurate triage and assessment of patient problems, prioritizes care and recognizes changes in patient status. Keeps provider informed of changes in plan of care. Provides comprehensive education to patients on new procedures, medications etc. and documents. Documents accurate, concise information in the patients EMR record in a timely manner. Schedules follow-up visits, consultations, referred testing and surgeries as per provider orders. Is competent to perform/assist provider with patient diagnostic testing, procedures as below, if required in the office setting. Demonstrates competency in medication administration with provider order. Performs all aspects of universal precautions when in patient care and maintains current Infection Control Certification as required. Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically and maintaining communication with the patient to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Arnot Health. It is understood that this list of typical job duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all job duties which may be assigned. EDUCATION: Graduate of an approved RN program with current New York State or Pennsylvania licensure EXPERIENCE: Previous nursing experience in a medical office setting preferred. Excellent communication and writing ability. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Employee required to be on his/her feet much of the time, some lifting, reaching and stooping involved. INFECTION CONTROL: Performs all aspects of universal precautions when engaging in patient care. EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood and body fluids/tissue. ** A.D.A Essential Functions
MAIN FUNCTION: The Assistant Nurse Manager provides administrative duties and direct patient care as needed based on patient acuity and staffing needs. The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the Nurse Manager in overseeing daily unit operations, ensuring high-quality patient care, and maintaining a well-coordinated team environment. The Assistant Nurse Manager assists with staffing, scheduling, and resource management, helping to align unit resources with patient needs. The Assistant Nurse Manager provides direct support to nursing staff, offers mentorship and guidance, and steps in to resolve issues as they arise. The Assistant Nurse Manager works closely with the Nurse Manager to implement policies/procedures, regulations, quality initiatives, monitor compliance, and identify areas for improvement, contributing to an efficient and safe healthcare environment. In the absence of the Nurse Manager, the Assistant Nurse Manager is accountable for patient care activities, department operations, and staff function. In conjunction with centralized and decentralized educators, the Assistant Nurse Manager assists with the coordination of orientation and teaching of new employees and ongoing in-service programs as needed. Reports to Nurse Manager. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Standards of Care Standard I. Assessment Assist in gathering and analyzing data on patient needs, staffing levels, and resource availability within the unit. Monitor daily patient and staff activities to assess workflow. Standard II. Diagnosis Identify specific challenges in patient care and staff performance, supporting the nurse manager in recognizing potential issues impacting patient safety, quality of care, and unit effectiveness. Standard III. Planning Collaborate with the nurse manager to develop and coordinate unit plans, including scheduling, resource allocation, and setting goals. Help outlines steps for implementing unit procedures and patient care standards. Standard IV. Implementation Support the Nurse Manager in executing care plans, including coordinating with team members, enforcing policies and procedures, and ensuring smooth daily operations. Provide direct support to staff and step in as needed for patient care. Standard V. Evaluation Participate in evaluating patient outcomes, staff performance, and unit efficiency. Provide feedback to the nurse manager and suggest improvements based on observed results. Standards of Professional Performance Standard I. Quality of Care and Administrative Practice Assists the Nurse Manager in systematically evaluating the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice. Sets goals for self and unit and works to achieve them. Completes reports in timely manner Problem solves and assists staff in developing appropriate problem-solving skills. Standard II. Performance Appraisal The Assistant Nurse Manager evaluates his/her own performance based on professional practice standards, relevant statutes and regulations, and organizational criteria. Engages in self-performance appraisal regularly identifying areas of strength and areas for professional/practice development. Assists Nurse Manager in completing employee evaluations as required by the organization. Standard III. Education The Assistant Nurse Manager acquires and maintains current knowledge in administrative and clinical practice. Seeks additional knowledge and skills appropriate for the practice setting. Seeks experience to expandand maintain skill and knowledge base. Standard IV. Collegiality The Assistant Nurse Manager fosters a professional environment. Shares knowledge and skills with colleagues and others and acts as a role model/mentor. Is seen as a leader by staff. Contributes to an environment of mutual respect, understanding, and effective communication. Standard V. Ethics The Assistant Nurse Manager's decisions and actions are based on ethical principles. Supports the system to address ethical issues within nursing and the organization. Maintains privacy, confidentiality, and security of patients, clients, staff, and organizational data. Standard VI. Collaboration The Assistant Nurse Manager collaborates with nursing staff on all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive officers, and other stakeholders. Facilitates collaboration within organized nursing service and the organization. Recognizes importance of positive relationship between Nurse Manager and staff. Standard VII. Resource Utilization The Assistant Nurse Manager evaluates and administers the resources of organized nursing services. Assists Nurse Manager with staffing and scheduling of personnel. Core Values Accountability Accepts accountability for individual and unit-based nursing staff professional practice. Caring and Compassionate Environment Respects and recognizes each patient/staff member as a unique individual and directs holistic nursing care for unit. Collaboration Assures collaboration with appropriate disciplines to assist staff to practice effectively. Communication Communicates effectively and efficiently between self and unit staff and with other units/disciplines. Continuity of Care Assures that care planning process is done. Leadership Demonstrates leadership and availability to nursing staff. Learning Environment Identifies own learning needs and staff needs, and develops education plan accordingly, including continued development of technical and critical thinking skills. Participation in Decision making Participates in Unit, Division of Nursing, and Arnot Health Councils/Committees, as appropriate. Quality Improvement Fosters quality improvement in nursing practice in collaboration with the Unit Manager. It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not considered inclusive of all duties which may be assigned. EDUCATION: Required: Current NYS nursing licensure. Preferred: BSN strongly recommended. EXPERIENCE: Required: Minimum 5 years' experience in an acute hospital setting. CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS: Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days for telemetry and critical care areas. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Appreciable physical effort required. Some lifting, reaching and stooping. Required to be on feet much of the time. INFECTION CONTROL: Performs all aspects of universal precautions when engaging in patient care. EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. ** A.D.A Essential Functions
MAIN FUNCTION: The Assistant Nurse Manager provides administrative duties and direct patient care as needed based on patient acuity and staffing needs. The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the Nurse Manager in overseeing daily unit operations, ensuring high-quality patient care, and maintaining a well-coordinated team environment. The Assistant Nurse Manager assists with staffing, scheduling, and resource management, helping to align unit resources with patient needs. The Assistant Nurse Manager provides direct support to nursing staff, offers mentorship and guidance, and steps in to resolve issues as they arise. The Assistant Nurse Manager works closely with the Nurse Manager to implement policies/procedures, regulations, quality initiatives, monitor compliance, and identify areas for improvement, contributing to an efficient and safe healthcare environment. In the absence of the Nurse Manager, the Assistant Nurse Manager is accountable for patient care activities, department operations, and staff function. In conjunction with centralized and decentralized educators, the Assistant Nurse Manager assists with the coordination of orientation and teaching of new employees and ongoing in-service programs as needed. Reports to Nurse Manager. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Standards of Care Standard I. Assessment Assist in gathering and analyzing data on patient needs, staffing levels, and resource availability within the unit. Monitor daily patient and staff activities to assess workflow. Standard II. Diagnosis Identify specific challenges in patient care and staff performance, supporting the nurse manager in recognizing potential issues impacting patient safety, quality of care, and unit effectiveness. Standard III. Planning Collaborate with the nurse manager to develop and coordinate unit plans, including scheduling, resource allocation, and setting goals. Help outlines steps for implementing unit procedures and patient care standards. Standard IV. Implementation Support the Nurse Manager in executing care plans, including coordinating with team members, enforcing policies and procedures, and ensuring smooth daily operations. Provide direct support to staff and step in as needed for patient care. Standard V. Evaluation Participate in evaluating patient outcomes, staff performance, and unit efficiency. Provide feedback to the nurse manager and suggest improvements based on observed results. Standards of Professional Performance Standard I. Quality of Care and Administrative Practice Assists the Nurse Manager in systematically evaluating the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice. Sets goals for self and unit and works to achieve them. Completes reports in timely manner Problem solves and assists staff in developing appropriate problem-solving skills. Standard II. Performance Appraisal The Assistant Nurse Manager evaluates his/her own performance based on professional practice standards, relevant statutes and regulations, and organizational criteria. Engages in self-performance appraisal regularly identifying areas of strength and areas for professional/practice development. Assists Nurse Manager in completing employee evaluations as required by the organization. Standard III. Education The Assistant Nurse Manager acquires and maintains current knowledge in administrative and clinical practice. Seeks additional knowledge and skills appropriate for the practice setting. Seeks experience to expandand maintain skill and knowledge base. Standard IV. Collegiality The Assistant Nurse Manager fosters a professional environment. Shares knowledge and skills with colleagues and others and acts as a role model/mentor. Is seen as a leader by staff. Contributes to an environment of mutual respect, understanding, and effective communication. Standard V. Ethics The Assistant Nurse Manager's decisions and actions are based on ethical principles. Supports the system to address ethical issues within nursing and the organization. Maintains privacy, confidentiality, and security of patients, clients, staff, and organizational data. Standard VI. Collaboration The Assistant Nurse Manager collaborates with nursing staff on all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive officers, and other stakeholders. Facilitates collaboration within organized nursing service and the organization. Recognizes importance of positive relationship between Nurse Manager and staff. Standard VII. Resource Utilization The Assistant Nurse Manager evaluates and administers the resources of organized nursing services. Assists Nurse Manager with staffing and scheduling of personnel. Core Values Accountability Accepts accountability for individual and unit-based nursing staff professional practice. Caring and Compassionate Environment Respects and recognizes each patient/staff member as a unique individual and directs holistic nursing care for unit. Collaboration Assures collaboration with appropriate disciplines to assist staff to practice effectively. Communication Communicates effectively and efficiently between self and unit staff and with other units/disciplines. Continuity of Care Assures that care planning process is done. Leadership Demonstrates leadership and availability to nursing staff. Learning Environment Identifies own learning needs and staff needs, and develops education plan accordingly, including continued development of technical and critical thinking skills. Participation in Decision making Participates in Unit, Division of Nursing, and Arnot Health Councils/Committees, as appropriate. Quality Improvement Fosters quality improvement in nursing practice in collaboration with the Unit Manager. It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not considered inclusive of all duties which may be assigned. EDUCATION: Required: Current NYS nursing licensure. Preferred: BSN strongly recommended. EXPERIENCE: Required: Minimum 5 years' experience in an acute hospital setting. CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS: Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days for telemetry and critical care areas. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Appreciable physical effort required. Some lifting, reaching and stooping. Required to be on feet much of the time. INFECTION CONTROL: Performs all aspects of universal precautions when engaging in patient care. EXPOSURE CATEGORY: Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. ** A.D.A Essential Functions
