Registered Nurse - Observation Unit

Location

New York

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Days, Evenings, Nights, Rotating Shift Schedules, On Call, Call Back, Charge, Holidays, Weekends as needed

Job Description

The Observation unit cares for adult patients needing additional observation to determine if the patient's condition is serious enough for admission to the hospital or if the patient can be treated and released home safely. The Observation unit is a very fast-paced environment that turns over 20 to 27 patients per day, with an average length of stay of 27 hours. The unit has 24/7 provider coverage and cares for a diverse adult population of both emergency observation and admitted boarding patients. These patients will range from short stay to full admissions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in the Observation unit.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions to make informed care decisions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Manage fast-paced patient turnover while maintaining attention to detail.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• RN License (NY License ONLY)
• Two years of Med/Surg experience
• Telemetry experience required
• BLS (American Heart Association ONLY)
• NIHSS (Preferred)

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
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Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!