ASPN II-Observation Unit

Job Description

ASPN II-Observation Unit

Department/Cost Center: 637 - Observation Unit

Medical/Surgical Observation Unit

26-bed unit that cares for patients with an expected length of stay of 48 hours or less.

Common diagnosis includes pneumonia, urinary tract infections, asthma/COPD exacerbation, cellulitis and chest pain.

Common surgical diagnoses include mastectomy, thyroidectomy, appendectomy, kidney stone removal and orthopaedic surgeries.

Provides professional nursing services for patients and their families and/or for the nursing department. Collaborates with other health care providers and health care team members to achieve expected patient outcomes and improve the care environment. Nurses use the nursing process and evidence based practice to coordinate and provide direct care and services that support care.

The Level II RN, under the direction of the Nurse Manager, is accountable for provision of competent patient care based on established standards and the nursing process. The Level II Registered Nurse may assume expanded unit roles as available and assigned by Nurse Manager as a charge nurse or preceptor. The Level II nurse supports peers in the delivery of patient care, uses appropriate team communication methods, and practices care that reflects the patient condition and priorities.

The Level II nurse provides support to team problem solving. The Level II nurse identifies opportunities for self-growth and contributes to the development of other learners. The Level II nurse contributes to safe unit environment and operations.

$38.76 - $50.33

Registered Nurse- ASPN II
- Observation Unit

• Minimum 6 months RN expertise in an acute care setting
• BS in Nursing preferred
• Licensed by New York State to practice as a Registered Nurse
• Current CPR certification (American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare providers)

Employment Status:
Full-Time

Hours/Week: 36

Work Shift:

Days/Evenings/Nights

City:
Rochester

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