Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Summary
This is a contract opportunity for a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) in Rochester, New York. The role involves providing high-quality patient care within a dynamic hospital environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
This position offers a chance to contribute to patient well-being in a fast-paced setting, focusing on direct patient care, medication administration, and comprehensive documentation. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and a commitment to patient advocacy.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patient health status, develop individualized care plans, and implement nursing interventions.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring for effectiveness and adverse reactions.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs, symptoms, and medical history accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Collaborate with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, adhering to all hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide immediate care as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Not specified.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in patient assessment, care planning, and intervention.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Competency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Ability to operate standard medical equipment.
- Compassion, empathy, and a patient-centered approach to care.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: AM (Day Shift)
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Days per Week: 3 days
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: September 14, 2026
- End Date: January 9, 2027
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotation: Not specified.
Licensing Requirements
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New York.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.