BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse

Overview As a Registered Nurse on the Mother-Baby unit, the 67-bed unit, 30 beds of which are designated for the newborn. Mother-Baby unit- The unit provides nursing care to post-partum patients, newborns, ante-partum patients and women with gynecological conditions. Newborn babies who are stable and are not in critical care are admitted to the Regular and Transitional Care Nursery. The following medical diagnoses are common among those admitted: ¨ placenta previa ¨ pregnancy-induced hypertension ¨ gestational diabetes ¨ premature rupture of membrane ¨ preterm labor ¨ hyperemesis gravidarum ¨ normal vaginal delivery ¨ cesarean section ¨ non-infectious gynecological conditions The Maternity Staff Practice Mother- Baby Nursing and promote rooming- in; one nurse cares for both mother and baby. This family centered approach fosters mother/newborn bonding. ASN and BSN new graduates welcomed! Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities 1. Describe responsibility:Establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, visitors, and other employees. Interacts professionally, courteously, and appropriately with patients, visitors and other employees. Behaves in a manner consistent with maintaining and furthering a positive public perception of BronxCare Health System and its employees. 2. Describe responsibility:Contributes to and participates in the Performance/Quality Improvement activities of the assigned department. Contribution and participation includes data collection, analysis, implementation of and compliance with risk management and claims activities, support of and participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) teams, consistent adherence to the specific rules and regulations of the BronxCare Health System (a) Safety and Security Policies, (b) Risk Management: Incident and Occurrence Reporting, (c) Infection Control Policies and Procedures and (d) Patient and Customer Service. 3. CUSTOMER PATIENT FOCUS: Utilizes the principles of leadership established by the AONE and ANA• Privacy – Respects patient/customer privacy. Maintains a secure and trusting work environment• Phone Etiquette – follows departmental standards concerning the answering of telephones• Appearance - Maintains an appropriate professional appearance • Work Environment – Maintains working environment in a clean, safe, orderly manner• Patient/Customer Information – Provides appropriate and timely information to patient/customer. Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA regulatory and patient’s confidentiality.• Call lights/Client Needs – Identifies and responds to patient/client needs according to hospital standards. Anticipates needs where possible.• Customer Waiting – Provides service to patients/clients according to hospital standards. Keeps patients/clients informed of work progress. Promotes/provides comfort while waiting 4. Clinical Responsibilities• Collects, assesses and documents patient healthcare data. Uses innovative strategies to direct the interdisciplinary team, including patient/family to identify a plan of care and outcomes that are realistic and measureable.• Leads interventions in the coordination of patient care in a safe, timely and appropriate manner. Applies, promotes, and oversees the escalation process.• Considers needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and cultural groups in all patient care activities. Documents interventions per hospital standard.• Educates the patient/family regarding health status and established plan of care. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to modify expected outcomes. Documents learning outcomes of patient/family; evaluates and revises education plan.• Evaluates the patient’s progress towards expected outcomes. Involves the patient/family and interdisciplinary team in the evaluation process. Assesses for potential and actual variations. Responds to variations in patient’s progress by modifying the interventions. Reports documents and evaluates the effectiveness of the intervention(s). 5. Accountability/Work Ethic• Demonstrates an understanding of the organization fire/safety plan, emergency preparedness plan and patient safety goals• Removes and or reports broken or damaged equipment promptly• Checks alarm settings on medical devices and ensures they are audible.• Checks code cart/defibrillator based on hospital policy. Ensures that all institutional logs are updated as per policy.• Participates in fire drills and emergency drills as per hospital policy.• Handles and properly disposes of regulated medical waste as per hospital policy.• Wears employee ID badge at all times.• Complies with the organizational procedures with respect to absences, lateness and timeliness of meal breaks. 6. Coordination/Leadership/Responsibilities• Participates in patient throughput - bed flow (e.g. room turnover, wait time).• Complies with New York State Nurse Practice Act and regulations of relevant outside agencies, e.g., NY State Department of Health, The Joint Commission, regulatory requirements etc.• Demonstrates ability to differentiate those activities which are in scope of professional nursing practice and those that may be delegated to ancillary staff. 7. Education/Development/Responsibilities• Complies with annual education and mandatory/regulatory requirements. Also ensures that nursing staff complies with annual and mandatory skills, EHS Annual Health Assessments, and HealthStream competencies for staff under her/his supervision.• Serves as a support, resource and preceptor for nursing staff and students. Seeks opportunities to develop other staff. 8. Quality & Performance Outcomes Responsibilities • Adheres to patient care and nursing standards in care delivery, and uses best clinical practice guidelines (CPG). 7 Competencies• Mandatory population Health Management (unit based) competencies have been successfully completed. Qualifications - All RNs; graduation from an accredited school of nursing - Experienced RNs; progressive clinical experience in specialty - New York RN Licensure – Current Registration - Basic Life Support (BLS) - Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) - Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC - Emergency Services after one year) - Certification in area of clinical specialty (preferred for experienced RNs) - Associates - Bachelor’s - Foreign Language - Advanced clinical skills - Can recognize complex clinical problems. - Uses problem solving tools and techniques - Ability focus on patient/customer concerns within a busy environment - Collaborates effectively with other disciplines/departments.
BronxCare Health System

Certified Nurse Attendant

Overview Reports to the Patient Care Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, the CNA provides specific direct patient care activities and performs related support functions within his/her scope of responsibility as specified in this job description. Responsibilities Responds appropriately in an emergent situation as per hospital policy. Utilizes principles of Infection Control in the delivery of care. Accurately performs and records vital signs including blood pressure Monitors and records patient intake and output accurately Provides for patient’s personal care needs-hygiene, toileting, feeding and bed making Performs waive testing according to policy and procedure Observes care of patients on suicidal, constant and safety precautions Transport patients as assigned. Implements restraints according to policy and procedure. Qualifications High School or GED required. BCLS and completed certified Nursing Assistant course.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Educational Manager

Overview Demonstrates application of the nursing process as a role model and consistently promotes the professional image of nursing. Able to keep up to date with the latest evidence based practice to validate staff competencies and present didactic presentations. Also follows new staff throughout their classroom and clinical orientation. Successfully completes all clinical competencies and testing annually. Responsibilities Customer Services: Communicate in a professional manner. Follows telephone etiquette. Adheres to principles of enhancing positive patient experience. Maintains security with computer access. Follows HIPAA Guidelines established by Bronx Care Health System. Completes a learning needs assessment on all units. Manages time effectively and is organized. Through Staff Orientation leads/assists groups to enhance the clinical practice of nurses and improve patient outcomes. Designs programs and creates lesson plans that are congruent with the organizations strategic plans, regulatory requirements, and nursing standards. Participates in a weekly clinical assessment of New Orientee’s progress with the unit support team. Advances nursing practice through participation in professional organizations, publications and presentations. Facilitates teamwork at all times, addresses issues and concerns with peers, subordinates and supervisor with a positive problem solving approach. As approachable and cooperative. 1. Nursing/Nursing Practice Acts as a “lead” for monthly Orientation to facilitate the program. Organizes and coordinates staff in-services. Provides unit education and creates practice alerts for certain practice changes. Collaborates with nurses to develop practice environments that support shared decision making. Assists the staff in developing critical thinking and clinical judgment. Creates a nursing care environment that stimulates continuous self-learning, reflective practice, feeling of ownership and demonstration of responsibility and accountability. Collaborates with nurse managers on content and operational design of orientation, clinical competency and other clinical educational program development. Provides educational support for all new and experienced staff. Performs waive tests according to policy and procedure. 1. Direct Patient Care Serves as a reliable source of information on the latest evidence supporting cost effective, safe nursing practices. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team using the nursing process to integrate the nursing perspective into a comprehensive plan of care of the patient/family. Facilitates educational programs for patients, families and groups. Identifies, collects and analyzes data that serve as a basis for program design and outcome measurement. 1. Accountability/Work Ethic · Demonstrates an understanding of the organizations fire/safety plan, emergency preparedness plan and patient safety goals. Wears employee ID badge at all times. Demonstrates flexibility in schedule to accommodate organization needs. Accepts special projects as determined by Director of Education & Research 1. PATIENT ADVOCACY – CUSTOMER SERVICE Attitude – Presents to patients/customers with appropriate attitude. Privacy – Respects patient/customer privacy. Maintains a secure and trusting work environment. Appearance – Maintains an appropriate professional appearance. Maintains working environment in a clean, safe, orderly manner. Qualifications All RNs - graduation from an accredited school of nursing Experienced RNs – progressive clinical experience at least 2 years MSN prepared
BronxCare Health System

Certified Nurse Attendant

Overview Reports to the Patient Care Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, the CNA provides specific direct patient care activities and performs related support functions within his/her scope of responsibility as specified in this job description. Responsibilities Responds appropriately in an emergent situation as per hospital policy. Utilizes principles of Infection Control in the delivery of care. Accurately performs and records vital signs including blood pressure Monitors and records patient intake and output accurately Provides for patient’s personal care needs-hygiene, toileting, feeding and bed making Performs waive testing according to policy and procedure Observes care of patients on suicidal, constant and safety precautions Transport patients as assigned. Implements restraints according to policy and procedure. Qualifications High School or GED required. BCLS and completed certified Nursing Assistant course.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse - SNA

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse - SNA

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse - SNA

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse - SNA

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse - SNA

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse - SNA

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.
BronxCare Health System

Registered Staff Nurse - SNA Line HA9562

Overview Carries out patient care responsibilities with emphasis on decision-making related to the steps in the nursing process to include assessment, diagnosis, and identification of expected outcomes, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides competent, safe and compassionate care based on established BronxCare Health System Patient Care and Nursing Standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, formulates the initial plan of care with the provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and collaborates with them to implement a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to achieve expected outcomes; utilizes principles of assignment and delegation consistent with the NY State Nurse Practice Act. Posting internally from 3/5-3/18 Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care to patients within unit. Diagnose and treat response to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing techniques and methods such as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being. Maintain safe levels of care while adhering to a medical regimen. Collaborates with the physician and other health care providers to assure that a goal oriented care plan is consistent with medical regimen and hospital procedures. Performs other related duties as instructed. Qualifications BSN with three (3) years’ experience preferred. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. BLS Required. Bilingual Preferred: English/Spanish.