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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500467 1-9200 Inpt Med Psych Nursing

Work Shift:

UR - Rotating (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCG 215 H

Compensation Range:

$40.03 - $54.04

Responsibilities:

The Level II Registered Nurse, under the direction of the Nurse Manager, is accountable for provision of competent direct patient care based on established standards. The Level II Registered Nurse contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the unit level. The Level II Registered Nurse supports peers in the delivery of patient care services and assumes an expanded role which may include charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member responsibilities.

Schedule FT positions available, D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy. Responsibilities Great opportunity to become a member of a unique unit, only a handful of similar units in the country. Adult medical/surgical unit for patients with active co-morbid psychiatric and/or behavioral issues. This expanding unit is looking for flexible, enthusiastic and committed nurses to help us grow. Med/surg acute care experience a plus. Willingness to care for a varied patient population in a changing environment a must! Nurses are eligible for dual-certification in both medical/surgical nursing and psychiatric nursing after experience requirement attained. New graduates (Level 1) are eligible for the med/surg Residency Program. The residency program is designed to assist the novice graduate nurse to successfully transition to a competent professional nurse. To be eligible for nurse residency, must have less than one year prior experience in acute care and plan for a two year commitment upon program completion. Qualifications Requires a Diploma, Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing Program and an active New York State RN license in good standing. Level I Applicants will have less than 6-12 months of RN experience. Level II Applicants will have a minimum of 6-12 months of RN experience. This position assumes the charge nurse role, actively participates in unit/service activities, supports co-workers, and assesses unit needs.

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