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NYC Health Hospitals

Staff Nurse - Behavioral Health Service (2 Positions Available)

NYC Health Hospitals, New York, New York, us, 10261


NYC Health + Hospitals/North Central Bronx (NCB) is a member facility of the New York City Health + Hospitals system, one of eleven acute care facilities within the City of New York. A 215-bed community hospital, NCBH specializes in women's and children's services. It also provides Behavioral Health acute and ambulatory care. Its busy outpatient department has led the way in community-based care delivered in a compassionate and culturally-appropriate manner. It's Labor and Delivery service safely brings more than 1,000 babies into the world each year. NCBH is committed to providing safe, high-quality medical care for any and all in need.

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.

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Job Description

Purpose of Position:

To provide Professional Nursing services to patients from admission to discharge. Provide assessment, evaluation, and monitoring on all units in BHS. Supervises ad directs support staff in the delivery of care.

Responsibilities:

Performs major duties and functions of the staff nurse (2-30) Initiatives/ completes patient admission history, physical assessment according to established guidelines Formulates nursing diagnosis (es) based on admission history, physical assessment, and observation of patient needs Develop plan of care for each patient, based on identified problems/ needs as appropriate to the diagnosis ad age of patient Minimum Qualifications

For individuals holding an unrestricted registered professional nursing license BEFORE July 1, 2020 in New York State, another state or United States territory: 1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and 2. Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA). For individuals issued a registered professional nursing license on or AFTER July 1, 2020, based on expected implementation of Chapter 502 of the Laws of 2017 and Chapter 380 of the Laws of 2018: 1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and a. A Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing or higher (or other nursing degree, as identified by NYS Education Department including Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Science) from an accredited college or university, registered with the NYSED; or b. Obtains a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing or higher, as described in "a" above, within ten (10) years of the date of initial licensure; and 2. Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).

Nurse Residency Program: Get the support you need to grow and thrive at NYC Health + Hospitals through our innovative All full-time new hires that are recent graduates or new to their specialties are automatically enrolled in our 12-month Nurse Residency Program to assist in the transition to professional nursing practice while delivering patient care in a clinical environment. The Nurse Residency Program features interactive sessions, special educational events, simulations, and group seminars on evidence-based best practices, decision-making, conflict-resolution, end-of-life care, health care quality, patient safety and more. Participants will receive mentorship support, build relationships with nursing peers and develop leadership skills. For more information, log into https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/nurses4nyc/.

Department Preferences

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Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required prior to hire.

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:

http://employment.nychhc.org

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