Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
New York, NY
Integrated Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs

Job Summary

The Clinical Nurse (RN) provides safe, competent, and quality care based on nursing theory, research, and evidence-based practices. This role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, patient education, and adherence to institutional standards to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Deliver patient care using the Relationship-Centered Care model and the nursing process.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs, applying critical thinking in care management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers on care plans, health promotion, and disease prevention.
• Manage assignments within the Modified Primary Nursing model and allocate resources effectively.

Patient Experience

• Model Mount Sinai Relationship-Centered Care practices, including bedside shift reports and purposeful hourly rounding.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families, considering cultural diversity and preferences.
• Address patient concerns and escalate issues as needed.
• Demonstrate empathy, respect, and active listening in all interactions.

Quality and Safety

• Provide safe, patient-centered care while identifying and addressing barriers to improvement.
• Engage in quality improvement projects and evidence-based practice activities.
• Document nursing practices to support quality and performance initiatives.
• Escalate safety hazards or deviations from best practices following institutional protocols.

Operations

• Perform charge nurse duties as assigned.
• Coordinate with leadership to ensure adequate staffing and resource availability.
• Facilitate patient throughput and document care accurately per regulatory standards.

Professional Development

• Support colleagues, patients, and families in the care environment.
• Advance clinical competence and participate in lifelong learning initiatives.
• Engage in shared decision-making through committees and unit initiatives.
• Incorporate ethical principles into patient care and decision-making.

Additional Information

• Unit: 6W Medicine Unit, Mount Sinai St. Luke's
• Unit Census: Average 22 patients, 29 beds
• Staffing Ratio: 1:6
• Schedule: 3x12 shifts with weekend requirements