About us
NYC Health + Hospitals | Harlem is a large business in New York, NY. We are professional, agile and professional.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Food provided
- Modern office setting
- Wellness programs
- Growth opportunities
About NYC Health + Hospitals | Harlem
Harlem Hospital Center has been a bedrock of the Harlem community since 1887. The hospital provides a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic and family support services to the residents of Central Harlem, West Harlem, Washington Heights and Inwood. Harlem is the largest hospital in the area, capable of treating the most seriously ill. Harlem provides over 90 specialized ambulatory care services, dentistry and oral surgery, behavioral health services, and community substance abuse treatment.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Duties & Responsibilities
Works within the scope of regulatory agency standards and policies and procedures as set forward by NYC Health and Hospitals.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Promotes a positive and pleasant attitude conducive to the workplace, which enhances the Mission, Vision and Value Statement of the Network.
- Initiates and completes patient admission history and assessment according to established guidelines.
- Performs a systematic assessment utilizing findings to formulate a nursing diagnosis.
- Assesses patient psychosocial needs and behavior relating to current situation and develops individualized plan of care for each patient. Evaluates and revises plans, as needed.
- Observes symptoms or changes in patient status and responds promptly, exercising reasonable judgment.
- Plans care for patient based on identified problems/needs.
- Initiates, implements and evaluates a nursing care plan based on a pathophysiologic knowledge base.
- Identifies goals and expected outcomes
- Plans and documents realistic short and long-term goals with patient and/or families.
- Explains the rationale for selected therapies based on observation and findings..
- Evaluates the patient’s response to therapeutic regimen.
- Knowledgeable and competent in all aspects of Hemodynamic monitoring
- Explains, involves and instructs patient/family concerning therapeutic regimen and environment of care.
- Collaborates with other health professionals in planning care for patients.
- Participates and is able to function effectively, both individually and as team member, during crisis and emergency situations.
- Communicates pertinent patient information to head nurse, co-workers, medical staff and other health team members.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication with patients’ families, co-workers, other disciplines, and departments (interdisciplinary).
- Retains responsibility and supervises the care provided to patients, e.g. assumes charge nurse role in the absence of the nurse manager or as assigned.
- Coordinates patient care assignment.
- Delegate’s assignments for nursing personnel based on patient acuity and employee skill level.
- Direct and coordinates the activities of the licensed practical nurse and ancillary personnel involved in the care of assigned patients.
- Uses the problem-solving process to identify basic problems and refers them to the appropriate person when beyond scope of ability or authority.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and
2. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Special Note:
For assignments in Post-Acute Care ONLY, individuals meeting the following criteria may also be considered for appointment: Graduation from a nursing education program registered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as licensure qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse (RN) and has applied for licensure as an RN. These unlicensed individuals may be employed to practice under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN for up to 90 days immediately following graduation pending receipt of a limited permit, which selected candidates must apply for and receive within the same 90-day period. Once a limited permit is received, individuals can practice nursing, under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN at a NYC Health + Hospitals health care setting for up to one (1) year from the date of issuance of the limited permit. In addition, must hold or obtain through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
How To Apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
- Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
- College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
- Multiple employee discounts programs
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,750.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY 10037: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person