Telemetry MedSurg Staff Nurse ST4

Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• A graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
• Previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• Current NYS RN License

Preferred:

• Professional certification in a related nursing specialty
• Relevant skills certification (i.e., ACLS, PALS, TNCC) as required by home unit assigned.

A Regional Health System

United Health Services Hospitals is a family of health services organizations that exists to improve the health of the communities we serve by developing and maintaining a comprehensive and cost‐effective health care system. We are a not‐for‐profit organization, operated for the public benefit. Formed in 1981 through the consolidation of three community hospitals, We employ more than 5,000 people. As a teaching hospital, UHS trains over 70 physicians per year in residency and fellowship programs. Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients.
• Rooms are air conditioned and heated.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting.
• Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by Infection Control policies

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles‐Based Access to Patient Information

• Level 3: Clinical ‐ Access to non‐restricted patient information

About the Role: United Health Services, the largest and most comprehensive provider of healthcare services in upstate New York's Southern Tier, is hiring a Telemetry Staff Registered Nurse, to join our team at UHS Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City, NY. We look for critical thinkers who are able to work with a team of doctors at any given time. Medical Surgical is a fast‐paced environment with ever changing needs. Our diverse team of nurses provide a supportive, and collaborative environment.

Schedule: 12‐hour shifts; 7AM‐7PM or 7PM‐7AM days and nights, every 3rd weekend

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitoring vital signs and responding when necessary

• Patient assessment and examination

• Administering medications and interventions provided by Physician

• Monitoring patient progress and condition

Qualifications:

• A valid RN license

• 1‐year bedside nursing experience

• ACLS preferred

• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team

• Previous experience in med surg preferred