What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical - Elmhurst, NY position at NavitasPartners?
Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical/Surgical
Location: Elmhurst, NY 11373
Weekly Hours: 36 – 40 hours
Schedule: Night Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Duration: 14 weeks (with high potential for extension or permanent placement)
Position Overview:
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg to join a dynamic acute care team. The RN will provide comprehensive patient care, support recovery, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans
- Provide direct bedside care to medical and post-surgical patients
- Administer medications and monitor patient responses
- Perform wound care, IV insertions, and catheterization
- Monitor vital signs and report changes promptly
- Operate and adjust medical equipment as needed
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and records
- Collaborate with healthcare teams on discharge planning
- Educate patients and families on procedures and recovery care
- Follow all nursing protocols, standards, and safety guidelines
Required Qualifications:
- Active New York State RN License (Primary Source Verified)
- AHA BLS Certification
Education:
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited institution
Experience & Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience
- Experience in acute care hospital or post-acute setting
- Most recent experience within the past year
- Strong clinical knowledge in patient care and treatment
Skills & Competencies:
- Physical assessment and clinical evaluation
- Medication administration
- Wound care and infection control
- IV therapy and post-operative care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient education and communication
- EMR/EHR systems (EPIC preferred)
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Team collaboration and adaptability
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.