Overview

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong

Responsibilities

The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of optimal patient care utilizing the Nursing Process, and adhering to standards of care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Exhibits critical thinking and problem solving skills. Performs complete, accurate documentation (PIs, data collection, admission assessments, POC, etc.) in accordance with policies and procedures. Identifies individualized patient/significant other’s learning needs and implements appropriate measures to address identified knowledge deficits. Demonstrates knowledge, respect, and sensitivity concerning patients’ rights. Serves as a patient advocate. Assures confidentiality of patient information. Maintains effective communication with all staff, physicians, patients, families and other departments. Participates in the development of standards and unit performance improvement activities.

Clearly communicates pre and post-op instructions to patient and family members. Coordinates and reviews pre-op testing prior to procedure. Identifies and responds to post-procedure complications. Discharges patients from the Ambulatory Surgical Unit and transfers patients to individual nursing units for admission. Performs Blood Glucose Monitoring (BGM) according to the Nursing Department’s Policy and Procedures.Interprets abnormal/critical value BGM results and performs appropriate interventions Utilizes restraint alternatives, follows Fall Protocols and follows hospital policy regarding patient identification. 

Position will work at both the Dobbs Ferry and Andrus Pavilions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred. Currently licensed and registered to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State. ASU and PACU experience required.