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About the Role

Assists the Nurse Manager in coordinating nursing care on a shift within a specific unit, including the supervision of nursing activities related to patient care. Adheres to the standards, objectives, and policies of the Department of Nursing and the Hospital Center.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, visitors, and employees.
• Contribute to and participate in Performance/Quality Improvement activities.
• Administer nursing care based on scientific and therapeutic principles and physician's orders.
• Demonstrate a competent level of technical skill.
• Coordinate the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing regimen for patients.
• Coordinate staff activities in the performance of the nursing process.
• Ensure patient needs are met through appropriate personnel assignment.
• Assist staff in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing process.
• Participate in the Patient Classification system.
• Participate in patient care conferences.
• Review and analyze trends pertinent to nursing care delivery and recommend innovations.
• Evaluate current and changing needs of the nursing unit and make recommendations to the Nurse Manager.
• Participate in the planning, development, and implementation of alternative approaches to nursing care delivery.
• Participate in relevant conferences and seminars.
• Provide care based on age-specific needs and criteria, including physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety aspects.
• Identify age-specific characteristics and modify approaches based on age-specific needs.
• Use age-appropriate communication techniques.
• Assist nursing staff in developing their nursing performance by assessing needs and providing guidance.
• Provide input to the Nurse Manager in the staff evaluation process.
• Provide feedback and documentation to nursing staff regarding adherence to job obligations.
• Recommend the progression of new employees through orientation phases.
• Assist in preparing time schedules.
• Assist in daily staffing by recommending staff or supplemental coverage.
• Make recommendations regarding personal schedule to meet position responsibilities.
• Identify needs to clerical staff.
• Recommend changes in nursing practice and policy.
• Adhere to the Policies and Procedures of the Department of Nursing and the Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center.
• Maintain patient/employee confidentiality.
• Collaborate with the Nurse Manager to maintain adequate material resources.
• Verify equipment safety and utilization.
• Assess supply utilization.
• Supervise personnel in the absence of the Nurse Manager.
• Collaborate with educators and staff in meeting patient and unit needs.
• Promote inter and intra departmental communications for continuity of patient care.
• Participate in departmental committees.
• Utilize learning resources.
• Participate in the development of other staff members.
• Meet regulatory licensure and annual health assessment requirements.
• Demonstrate a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude towards patients, families, and staff.
• Display courtesy, tact, and patience in all interactions.
• Project a professional image through behavior, grooming, and attire.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Requirements

• Demonstrates leadership abilities.
• Demonstrates commitment to continuing professional development through appropriate continuing education.

Experience Level

• Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience preferred.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s in Nursing or related field
• NYS Registered Professional Nurse License

About the Company

• Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center