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Stateof New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Health and Human Services

New Hampshire Hospital

36 Clinton St.

Concord, NH 03301

NURSE RESIDENT

REGISTERED NURSE I

Full-Time

Position#MRHHS-RN-PL

$33.74/hour - $1.02/hour

Plus, Direct Care Pay of Ten Dollars per week and Shift Differentials when applicable

Multiple Positions Available, including 3-day work weeks

1st Shift: 5, 8-hour shifts (6:45am - 3:15pm) OR 3, 12-hour shifts (6:45am - 7:15pm)

2nd Shift: 5, 8-hour shifts (2:45pm - 11:15pm) OR 3, 12-hour shifts (10:45am - 11:15pm)

3rd Shift: 5, 8-hour shifts (10:45pm - 7:15am) OR 3, 12-hour shifts (6:45pm - 7:15am)

At New Hampshire Hospital, our Nurse Residency Program offers an individualized, competency-based, partnered, shared-learning experience for

the new graduate. The nurse resident will experience a balance between partnered clinical experience, individual/group learning experience, and role-supportive activity.

During this time, the nurse resident will gradually assume greater responsibility and authority, within the scope of his or her nursing practice as he or she

will work side by side with a clinical RN partner. The goal of the Residency Program is to support a new graduate nurse transitioning into a

professional nursing role within a specialized practice environment of Psychiatric Nursing.

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health & Human Services, and New Hampshire Hospital have full-time vacancies for Nurse Residents.

Summary: This position is assigned to work with the adult psychiatric client population.

Minimum Qualifications:

Registered Nurse I:

Education: Graduation from a recognized nursing program with either affiliate or postgraduate courses and clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics and psychiatric nursing.

Experience: Experience is limited to that required for registration.

License/Certification: Current license as a Temporary Nurse or as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.

Special Requirements: An employee may be required to work additional hours beyond their normal work shift, engaged in work that is characteristic of their classification, in order to meet patient care needs/safe staffing levels, established by the Nursing Department of New Hampshire Hospital.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Responsibilities:

Registered Nurse I:

• Functions as Nurse-in-Charge in the absence of the Nurse Specialist.
• When in charge role, makes shift nursing care assignments based on assessment of patient needs and acuity to assure appropriate level of care is provided.
• Provides direct nursing care through application of the Nursing Process to patient care management by assessing immediate and long-term nursing needs.
• Collects patient data by interview and/or observations to provide a basis for nursing assessment.
• Completes nursing assessment and diagnoses on patient admission and as often as clinically indicated to provide a basis for nursing care.
• Completes patient assessments prior to authorizing Seclusion/Restraint in an emergency situation.
• May perform venipuncture to collect blood for laboratory testing.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to formulate an individualized treatment plan.
• Defines patient problems, identifies goals and nursing interventions to assist in formulation of treatment plan.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of the patient's care plan and documents patient's response to provide for revision of treatment plan and readiness for discharge.
• Coordinates and supervises subordinates in their provision of patient care through the use of patient assignment, staff meetings, performance appraisals, etc., to provide safe and quality nursing care.
• Administers medication and treatment according to Nursing Department Standards to assure a safe level of treatment.
• Educates patient/family/significant other regarding unit routines, rationale for interventions, medications, treatments and health care needs and documents same to prepare patients for discharge.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary treatment team to plan for discharge and documents the nurses' involvement.
• Evaluates and collaborates with Nursing Managers and unit staff to effect positive therapeutic milieu.
• Monitors patient's medical problems, reports findings to Internal Medicine Department, carries out medical treatments as indicated by Nursing Practice and as ordered by the physician to provide safe quality nursing care.
• Participates in activities to improve workflow and patient care.
• Supervises mental health workers in assisting patients to carry out Activities of Daily Living, milieu management, and various assigned patient care tasks.
• Is responsible for and actively participates in own skill development via academic course work, seminars, and training programs to improve overall contribution to patient care and professional development.

Supervisors Workplace Safety Accountabilities

Ensures compliance with established hospital and departmental safety policies and procedures by:

• Maintaining competency in hospital approved Crisis Management Program (CMP) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) techniques for adults, children, infants and AED training.
• Conducting periodic (minimum quarterly basis) on site reviews.
• Completing competency-based review, when applicable.
• Providing on the spot reinforcement/training on safety issues; referring staff to formal training programs, as appropriate; and recording safety related initiatives for annual reporting.

Total Commitment to Quality

• Participates in the formulation of the mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives for the Department. Carries out same by acting as an agent of the Department within the hospital. Supports the organizational mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives as demonstrated by a positive leadership presence in unit based, departmental, hospital wide, or in public meetings/committees.
• Participates in the process of continuous quality improvement by supporting unit-based quality improvement activities. Demonstrates commitment to customer service values in professional conduct and by promoting such values in assigned staff.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact Claire Kent, Assistant Director of Nursing at: or email:

You may also contact Human Resources at:

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

*Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ( 500- 1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

* 50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to 500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

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A Nurse Resident position is a mentored experience to facilitate transition from student to professional nurse. Skills to include delivery of coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients within an assigned unit and for the day to day management and supervision of the related clinical activities. Responsible for supervising and directing the activities of various levels of assigned nursing and ancillary personnel utilizing both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment. Understands and adheres to the California Nurse Practice Act, The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, ANA Bill of Rights for Registered Nurses and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice for Nurses. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensurePreferred Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or Masters Entry in a School of Nursing approved by the California Board of Registered NursingMinimum Experience: 0 - 6 months in similar workPreferred Experience: Not ApplicableRequired Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider

MRI & Radiation Safety within 90 days of hire

American Heart Association recognized Advanced Cardiac Life SupportPreferred Certification: Not ApplicableRequired License: Current CA RN LicensePreferred License: Not Applicable

Current employees are not eligible for hiring incentives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements:

Job Description:

The Nurse Resident (NR) is a recent graduate of a nursing program with less than one year of experience as a clinic nurse, or a nurse who has not worked for more than five years. NR are hired into a 12 month Residency Program after which they will continue to work as Staff RNs with a commitment of continuing to work for 18 months total, including the 12 months of residency.

NRs are provided additional training, skills assessment and support during their first year of hire. RNs are licensed professional nurses accountable for direct and indirect age appropriate patient assessment, care planning, patient care and monitoring of patient outcomes to care and must be competent to implement all phases of the nursing process. The Staff RN collaborates with all patient care providers and the patient/family in the development of the patient care plan. The Staff RN is responsible for reporting patient status to the patient's physician and/or LIP and obtaining orders for care. The Staff RN will demonstrate the ability to provide patient/family teaching that is age appropriate and accommodates for the individual learning needs of the patient. The Staff RN is also responsible for the education and mentoring of students, novice nurses and peers as well as promoting educational opportunities for self and others.

The Staff RN will demonstrate safe and competent nursing care, reflective of the philosophy and standards of Gritman Medical Center, following the guidelines and rules set forth by the Idaho State Board of Nursing, American Nurses' Association and the Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. The Staff RN will have and maintain adequate physical and mental health to meet the RN job performance criteria. The Staff RN will demonstrate a code of conduct reflective of a professional health care provider and will act as a role model for other professional and non-professional staff. Gritman Medical Center's mission, vision and values will be demonstrated in the daily practice of the Staff RN.

Minimum Education:

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and be eligible to take the Idaho State Nursing Board examination or to receive licensure by reciprocity.

The NR must demonstrate competent performance of Gritman Medical Center's core nursing competency assessment requirements following training and education provided through the NR Program.

Will have and maintain department specific required core competencies, education, experience and certifications as defined in the policies of each nursing unit.

NRs are expected to maintain knowledge of and utilize current nursing practices based on sound nursing and medical research.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. ACLS, and PALS required within 12 months of hire. Required to attend hospital wide skills fair once annually.

Required Licenses:

Registered Nurse

Current registered nursing license in the State of Idaho or compact state.

Functional Demands:

Population Served

Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric. All genders, race, ethnic, sociopolitical, demographic, marital and sexual preference groups, developmental and physical abilities, religions, and nationalities. May have impairments of any or all body systems and senses.

Physical Demands

Lifting: Occasional-maximum of 40 lbs. floor to waist, 2 x per hour, 12 x per day. Frequent-maximum of 2-8 lbs., floor to overhead, 10 x hour, 60 x per shift. Items Lifted-CPM, trays, IV's, linen, medical equipment

Transfers: Bed-bed, floor-bed, stand pivot, bed-chair. Min-max assist required up to 30 times per 12 hours shift. Up to 8 times per hour.

Push/Pull: Moderate force required for bed and W/C pushing from 5-100 yards. Minimal force to push trays, medical carts, etc. Total pushes per day: up to 30

Carry: 2-8 lbs.

Fine Motor: High level required for injections, computer use etc…

Standing: Up to 5 hours at one time and 10 hours per day

Sitting: Up to 30 minutes at one time and 2 hours per day

Kneeling: Up to 5 minutes at one time and 15 minutes per day

Stooping: Up to 15 minutes at one time and 1 hour per day

Climbing: Up to 1 minute at one time and 5 minutes per day

Must possess good manual and finger dexterity. Visual requirements include near and far acuity, depth perception, color differentiation, and focusing ability. Hearing, speech, and sense of touch essential. Occasional repetitive motion activities.

Environmental Conditions

Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne disease. Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements, i.e., accidents, injuries, and illnesses. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations; emergencies and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours/shifts. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and injuries.

Organizational Expectations:

Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization.

Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.

Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet environment.

Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice.

Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities.

Maintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.

Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential information.

Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in The Gritman Way.

Nurse Resident

Top reasons to work for SMA Healthcare:

* Career growth and advancement potential
* Great benefits such as: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability Insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Paid Personal Leave (up to 25 days after 3 years of service)
* 403b Retirement Plan (matches one to one of employee contribution for the first 3%, then a 50% match on the next 6% of employee contribution)

Essential Job Functions under the direct supervision, with assistance of a Registered Nurse trainer:

* Provides the required 18 month minimal commitment to SMA Healthcare once licensed.
* Examines situations and uses sound judgment in applying assistance in medical and psychiatric crisis within appropriate scope of practice.
* Handles verbal and /or physically abusive, aggressive clients, utilizing Mandt techniques to ensure safety.
* Performs client screening for Baker Act, Marchman Act, and all established internal program criteria.
* Creates an initial treatment plan in the electronic medical record.
* Performs bio-psychosocial and/or medical nursing assessment and mental status exam for clients screened, presents diagnostic impression to psychiatrist or physician for client admission.
* Works in cooperation with payor source and obtains authorizations when required.
* Provides medication passes as ordered by provider and/or client medication education specific to client age and condition.
* Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment according to the SMA Healthcare Safety/Risk Management Plan and agency approved crisis intervention techniques.
* Courteous when engaged in telephone conversation with staff and the public.
* Records results in client record and provides interventions as indicated.
* Recognizes and reports equipment malfunctions.
* Utilizes effective infection control techniques and methods.
* Implements and records appropriate interventions.
* Recognizes and reports infection control issues.
* Maintains Records appropriately for quality assurance and other purposes.
* Performs timely and accurate documentation of client care, and in accordance with SMA Healthcare policy and procedure.
* Performs reviews, data collection, or audits of procedures and/or documentation as assigned to support Quality Improvement Activities.
* Communicates effectively with the mentally ill, emotionally disturbed or impaired clients. Communicates effectively verbally and in writing with clients, peers, professionals, community agencies and the general public.
* Regarding collateral information, program information, questions from parents, family or significant others.
* Makes commitment to SMA's mission and core values the SMA Way
* Abides by principles of EEO compliance and a workplace of dignity and respect.
* Works cooperatively in a group/team setting.
* Shows respect to others.
* Takes guidance and direction from supervisors.
* Arrives/Reports to work on time and ready to work.



Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education and/or Experience: Graduate of Associate of Science in nursing degree program. Obtain an ATT letter to sit for licensure exam in the state of Florida with authorization to practice. Current CPR/First Aid. May apply 4 weeks before anticipated graduation.

Ideal Candidate:

* Must be knowledgeable and demonstrate beginning competency in current principles and practices of health care delivery to chemically dependent adults and adults who have a mental health diagnosis.
* Must be knowledgeable and demonstrate competency in current computer skill.
* Demonstrates ability to assess situations and use sound judgment in applying medical or emergency intervention techniques.
* Courteous when engaged in telephone conversation with staff and the public.
* Demonstrates competency in surveillance, prevention and control of infections.
* Demonstrates beginning knowledge and competency in timely and accurate documentation of client care, and in accordance with SMA Healthcare policy and procedure.
* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, peers, professionals, community agencies and the general public.
* Embody the values of SMA as excellence, integrity, and service.
* Committed to learn in a supportive, coaching environment of care.



Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Florida driver's license and acceptable driving record if required to drive SMA Healthcare vehicle and/or use personal vehicle for SMA business. Proof of personal automobile insurance if the position requires you to drive your own vehicle for SMA business (does not include incidental use). Complete State of Florida mandatory level 2 background screening prior to start of employment if direct contact with children/adolescents, vulnerable adults, or the developmentally disabled may be involved. Complete Mandt training, CPR, First Aid and HIV/AIDS training before beginning direct client care.

Physical: Mobility and ability to bend, reach, and physically restrain clients during a 12 hour day. Able to lift minimum 10 pounds. Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to evaluate, intervene, treat, and record client health care needs. Fine motor skills for legible and accurate charting, daily correspondence and presentation, either manually or orally. Work endurance ability to work 8-12 hour shifts with a meal break, as possible. Routine 12 hour shifts. Hours and days off may vary. Extra hours may be required. Work assignment locations may vary.

Application: This class specification is intended to identify the class and illustrate the kinds of duties that may be assigned to its incumbents. It should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties whose performance may ever be required of such an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments such individuals may be given.

Nurse Resident

Nurse Residency Department

Full Time

Position Summary:

Assist with providing direct and indirect patient care. Communicates with preceptor, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team about changes in the patient's clinical condition, including assessment, planning, and implementation of patient care. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Must be able to perform general nursing duties in all nursing departments with adequate training and supervision. Participates in all Nurse Residency educational sessions for the length of the program (12 months).

Education Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree or higher from an accredited school of nursing is required.

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

Mississippi Board of Nursing or compact state licensure as a registered nurse is required. Must have a current BLS certification.

Language/Communication/Organizational Skills:

Ability to speak effectively and in a professional manner to staff, management, and outside individuals.

Mathematical Skills:

Must be able to apply basic and advanced mathematical skills in an effort to calculate medications, IV drip rates and medication dosages.

Reasoning Ability:

Must have the ability to apply non-judgmental reasoning capabilities whenever necessary when dealing with patients, staff, visitors, etc

Physical Demands:

Able to sit, stand; talk, hear alarms; use hands and fingers to feel and touch; push, pull; crouch or crawl; stoop; kneel; reach with hands and arms, taste or smell. May be required to exert up to 50 lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs constantly. This job has vision requirements, close, distance and color. Must be able to identify and distinguish colors, have peripheral vision and the ability to judge depth perception.

Job Description

Coordinates and delivers patient care using the health care team philosophy practice model. Coordinates and does patient teaching and discharge planning. Coordinates activities with ancillary departments. Maintains standards of department and the hospital. Reports to Nurse Manager or designee.

Responsibilities

1. Organizational Expectations:
   • Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization.
   • Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.
   • Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience.
   • Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice.
   • Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
   • Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities.
   • Maintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.
   • Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information.
   • Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.
   • Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and TJC standards and/or standards from other accrediting bodies.
2. Essential Functions:
   • Provides the best possible nursing care by planning, organizing, and directing the nursing functions of patients on the unit.
   • Initiates and implements patient care plan.
   • Makes nursing assignments appropriate to the skill level of employees.
   • Maintains acceptable standards of patient care.
   • Identifies problems and guides personnel to their solution.
   • Creates a working climate that provides growth and job satisfaction of personnel.
   • Accurately and promptly implements physicians' orders.
   • Administers medications and intravenous solutions skillfully and correctly.
   • Maintains the standards of accurate and complete recording and reporting.
   • Arranges to have needed supplies and equipment on hand.
   • Participates in planning changes and improvements.
   • Participates in hospital safety programs.
   • Supports and enforces infection-control policies and procedures.
   • Is resourceful and calm in emergencies.
   • Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
   • Participates in unit and department performance improvement plans.
   • Assists in reviewing and revising policies and procedures.
   • Maintains and respects patients' privacy by maintaining confidentiality of all information regarding patients, families, physicians and hospital personnel.
   • Displays concern and initiative.
   • Observes and supports hospital policy.
   • Is prompt and efficient with minimal absences.
   • Cooperates and maintains good rapport with nursing staff, medical staff, other departments, and visitors.
3. Functional Demands:
   • Prolonged periods of standing, walking, or sitting while on duty.
   • Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
   • Transferring, repositioning patients.
   • Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeing, and crouching for patient care functions.
   • Visual and auditory acuity and manual dexterity essential to performing designated duties required.
   • Optimal auditory acuity required.
   • Manual dexterity involving the handling of equipment and instruments or needles is essential to performing assigned duties.
   • Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
   • Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests.
   • Physical conditions are clean, neat and well lit. Maybe subjected to unpleasant sights and odors, stressful situations and hazardous or infectious agents where judgment as to precautions need to be taken is essential. Climate control and ambient temperature variances may be experienced. Exposure to limited amounts of hazardous chemicals or substances and infectious disease processes are a possibility. Hours of duty maybe irregular or unexpectedly extended due to emergency circumstances.
   • Direct contact with blood or other body fluids to which universal precautions apply. Personal protective equipment is made available and must be worn.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited program in nursing.

Previous experience in general duty nursing preferred, but not required.

Current Registered Nurse license to practice in the state; Current BLS.

Overview

VNS Health Home Care RNs redefine the standard of patient-centered care for New Yorkers while keeping them out of the crowded hospital system so they can heal and age where they are most comfortable- in their homes and community. Our nurses provide the Future of Care by meeting patients where they are. We design and deliver individualized care plans and exceptional clinical outcomes to our neighbors most in need. Be part of our 130-year history and innovative Future of Care built by visiting nurses like you.

What We Provide

* Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities


* Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 31 days and 9 paid company holidays


* No employee contribution cost or annual deductible for health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your loved ones w (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability Insurance


* Training: 4-weeks paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills labs


* Tuition reimbursement following 6 months and CEU credits


* Employer-matched retirement savings program


* Personal and financial wellness programs


* Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care


* Opportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projects



What You Will Do

* Practice independently in the community as part of an interdisciplinary care team.


* Deliver personalized nursing and care management to patients in their home or care facilities.


* Constantly evaluate evolving patient needs and respond with plan of care adjustments.



Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications

* Recently received RN license


* Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card may be required



Education

* Degree in Nursing from an approved program required



Work Experience

* No prior work experience in nursing required


* Must be able to walk up and down steps to access patient residences



Pay Range

USD $112,209.00 - USD $138,409.00 /Yr.

About Us

VNS Health is one of the nation's largest nonprofit home and community-based health care organizations. Innovating in health care for more than 130 years, our commitment to health and well-being is what drives us - we help people live, age and heal where they feel most comfortable, in their own homes, connected to their family and community. On any given day, more than 10,000 VNS Health team members deliver compassionate care, unparalleled expertise and 24/7 solutions and resources to the more than 43,000 "neighbors" who look to us for care. Powered and informed by data analytics that are unmatched in the home and community-health industry, VNS Health offers a full range of health care services, solutions and health plans designed to simplify the health care experience and meet the diverse and complex needs of the communities and people we serve in New York and beyond.

Job Summary

Provide direct and indirect patient care in the hospital setting. Communicate with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient's clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Must be able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment and perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

Essential Functions

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Perform patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age.
• Perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population.
• Ability to revise standard of care as indicated by the patient's response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness.
• Formulate a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.
• Assess and reassess pain management techniques utilized. Educate the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Demonstrate ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure.
• Communicate appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers, and physicians.
• Consult other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.
• Provide care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including: pediatric, geriatric and general population.
• Demonstrate an ability to assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
• Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity
• Ensure patient confidentiality.
• Identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family. Function as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Interact professionally with patient/family and involve patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Ensure that documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Identify and address psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicate with social service/discharge planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs.
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Coordinate and supervise patient care as necessary.

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Complete annual education requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.

Qualifications

• Current registered nurse licensure in the state of New Mexico
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of nursing services
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• Working irregular hours including call hours
• Physically demanding, high-stress environment
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
• Pushing and pulling heavy objects
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients

• Position requires light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry.
• Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

* You're in patient rooms, quickly rotating between immediate needs and check-ins to provide patient care while being monitored by your preceptor
* Open to learning more about the business and operational practices in our facility
* Develop patient advocate skills through observance and practice
* Build your nursing skills as you learn to put your education into practice with actual patients

We are offering a $15,000 Sign On Bonus in addition to relocation to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Job Requirements

* Associates Degree In Nursing.
* Active Registered Nurse license in good standing with the Arkansas Board of Nursing
* Active Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA)
* Upload, along with your application submission:
* The available tracks include: Stepdown; Perioperative; Behaviorial Health; Medical Surgical: Orthopedics/Inpatient Surgical/Oncology
* A Professional Resume
* Cover Letter detailing the area interest (preferred track) PDF
* Unofficial Transcript with cumulative hours of credit and cumulative GPA. (current)
* We do not sponsor international students for any of our locations.

While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance

Where You'll Work

As our NNRP Resident (New Grad) at CHI St. Vincent, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, you'll make the transition from practicing procedures as a student to becoming a professional nurse. You'll build trust with your clinical preceptor and patients as you practice classroom concepts in real-time. Our residency program establishes your position as a reliable resource and helpful supporter of patients and families. The Spring Residency cohort will start February 2026.

Success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others and to put your classroom experience into practice. We'll teach you everything you need to know about working at our hospital, making this a perfect starting point to launch your nursing career.

CHI St Vincent Infirmary is a 600 bed faith-based, non-profit, acute care facility providing quality health care to patients and communities from all over the State of Arkansas. Our level II trauma center is a regional referral center for cardiology, trauma, behavioral health, cancer care, neurosciences, and other specialties. We have been consistently named by US News & World Report as one of the State's best hospitals, with high performance in heart care, colorectal surgery, and joint replacement.

If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.