+ POSITION SUMMARY: + The Registered Nurse applies knowledge of nursing theory, technical, and communication skills in delivering high quality compassionate care to patients and families. The Registered Professional Nurse assesses patient need, develops a plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, provides direct care, evaluates patient progress, and coordinates the care delivery throughout the patient’s episode. The RN on 3 North develops specialized skill in the area of patient admitted for medical conditions. He/She provides care to adult, adolescent, and geriatric populations with medical conditions. The 3 North RN is accountable for patient family education to assist in understanding self care beyond hospitalization, including lifestyle changes to support health and healing. The 3 North Registered Nurse is expected to promote comfort and provide emotional support in a Healing Environment. + QUALIFICATIONS: + EDUCATION: + Minimum : + Graduate of an Accredited School of Professional Nursing. + Preferred : + BSN + LICENSE: + Minimum : + Current NYS license or Limited Permit to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. + PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS: + Minimum : + BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required through the RQI system during clinical orientation. + CPI within one year of hire into this position. + WORK EXPERIENCE: + Preferred: + One year of successful performance as a RN in medical/surgical environment. + SKILLS: + Minimum : + Interpersonal skills which ensure effective communication with patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team. + Analytical skills to assess, prepare, implement, and evaluate the outcomes of the plan of care. + Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the people in a professional and courteous manner. + Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling. + Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills. + Computer literacy + Preferred : + Hourly Pay Rate: $39 Experience with Microsoft Office products and electronic medical record + Hourly Rate: $39.52-$49.44