Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg in White Plains, NY

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in White Plains, New York, 10601 About The Position Shift: Mon-Fri 7AM-7PM Description: The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care. The Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patient’s needs, plans care, implements and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. He or she demonstrates leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following: Understands and adheres to the client Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors. Utilizes the nursing process to meet the age-specific needs of the patient in all aspects of care: biophysical, psychosocial, education, safety/environment, and discharge planning. Utilizes appropriate steps in the decision-making process to include recognition and priority setting related to patient care and unit-based issues. Addresses issues with appropriate actions. Collaborates and communicates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Integrates patient rights and nursing ethics into work practice. Adheres to infection control standards to reduce the risk of nosocomial infections to patients and staff. Adheres to the tenets of the Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals. Delegates activities to ancillary staff as it relates to the State Nurse Practice Act. Adheres to the ANA Code of Nursing Ethics & Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice. Supports, promotes, and practices within the client Professional Nursing Practice Model. Sustains and advances the Magnet model. Participates in the Performance Improvement initiatives. Completes competency requirements. Attends mandatory in-services. Attends staff meetings as required/requested. Utilizes cost containment practices. Assumes Charge Nurse responsibility. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education & Experience Requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with current New York registration. Baccalaureate in Nursing (BSN) required for all external RNs hired on or after January first, two thousand eighteen. RNs hired on or after January first, two thousand sixteen but before January first, two thousand eighteen, must have a minimum of a BSN or show evidence of enrollment and completion of BSN by January first, two thousand twenty. RNs hired before January first, two thousand sixteen must have a BSN by January first, two thousand twenty-two. Knowledge of current nursing, medical, and health trends and practices in rendering of patient care. One year of acute care nursing experience preferred for areas other than surgical or step-down. BLS certification (through Heart Association) is required. ACLS certification (through Heart Association) is required for all RNs, except for NICU and OR. Current nurses will have twelve months to receive this certification. Current nurses on Mother/Baby will have until January first, two thousand nineteen to receive this certification. All newly hired, inexperienced nurses must receive this certification within twelve months. All newly hired, experienced nurses must receive this certification within six months. PALS certification (through Heart Association) is required for all working in the PACU, Pediatrics, Emergency Department, Armonk Urgent Care, and Ambulatory Surgery. All newly hired, inexperienced nurses must receive this certification within twelve months. All newly hired, experienced nurses must receive this certification within six months. NRP certification is required for all working in the Mother-Baby unit, Labor & Delivery, and NICU. All newly hired nurses to the NICU, L&D, and the Mother-Baby unit must receive this certification within six months. Successful completion of Department and Unit Orientation Program. 26988448EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Different facilities may use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Step out of your comfort zone and face new challenges, fostering personal resilience and adaptability. Travel nursing becomes a transformative journey that shapes not only your career but also your character. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability. Travel nursing provides a level of professional autonomy. While adhering to facility policies, you have the opportunity to work independently and contribute your expertise to different teams.

Location: White Plains, NY, US

Posted Date: 3/15/2025