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Staff Nurse - CHS

NYC Health Hospitals
New York, NY
NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers. NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation's leading correctional health care systems in quality of and innovations to care, and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include medical, nursing, mental health, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. In addition to providing direct patient care in the jails, CHS leverages the resources of the nation's largest municipal health care system to help discharged patients successfully return to their communities. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City's criminal justice reform efforts. Work Shifts
  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
  • Various Location across Rikers Island
  • Scheduling Notes: Nurses are required to work every other weekend
    • Duties & Responsibilities Supervised by:
    • PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR
    • ON-SITE DIRECTOR OF NURSING
    General Duties Work in collaboration with physicians to provide patients with care, education, and support. Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Coordinate and assign duties to other health care personnel, such as licensed practical nurses, nursing aides, and patient care associates. Responsibilities
    • Comply with procedures, regulations, and rules in maintaining medical records.
    • Monitor, record, and report symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
    • Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
    • Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
    • Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
    • Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
    • Direct and supervise less skilled nursing/health care personnel, or supervise a particular unit on one shift.
    • Prepare patients for, and assist with, examinations and treatments.
    • Observe nurses and patients to ensure that proper nursing care is provided.
    • Instruct individuals and groups on health education, disease prevention, childbirth, and develop health improvement programs.
    • Prepare rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies, and ensure stock of supplies is maintained.
    • Administer local, inhalation, intravenous, and other anesthetics.
    • Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, and assistance in convalescence and rehabilitation.
    • Conduct specified laboratory tests.
    • Direct and coordinate infection control services, advising and consulting with personnel about necessary precautions.
    • Perform administrative and managerial functions, including taking responsibility for a unit's staff and planning.
    • Provide or arrange for training/instruction of auxiliary personnel.
    • Refer patients to specialized health resources or community agencies furnishing assistance.
    • Consult with institutions or associations regarding issues and concerns relevant to the practice and profession of nursing.
    • Work with individuals, groups, and families to plan and implement programs designed to improve the overall health of communities.
    • Triage patients, assess needs, provide clinical advice, and deliver patient education.
    • Engage in research activities related to nursing.
    Emergency Response
    • Respond to medical emergencies, including falls, heart attacks, strokes, burns, and post-operative recovery.
    • Evaluate patients to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
    • Provide care as clinically indicated (CPR, AED, shock prevention, bleeding control, spinal injury prevention).
    • Monitor patients and maintain stability during transport to the clinic.
    • Assist with the transfer of patients via Urgicare and/or EMS to emergency units or hospitals.
    • Document medical treatment provided.
    • Maintain cleanliness of equipment and replenish damaged or used supplies.
    • Collaborate with pharmacy to replenish medical supplies.
    Activities
    • Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care.
    • Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic form.
    • Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and obtaining information from relevant sources.
    • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date and applying new knowledge to your job.
    • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing goals and plans to accomplish work.
    • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes.
    • Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information to choose solutions.
    • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Sharing information by telephone, in writing, e-mail, or in person.
    • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing cooperative working relationships.
    • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Reviewing information to detect or assess problems.
    • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means.
    • Training and Teaching Others - Developing educational or training programs and instructing others.
    • Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
    • Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
    • Performing General Physical Activities - Using arms, legs, and whole body in physical activity.
    • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using judgment to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, or standards.
    • Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying developmental needs and mentoring staff.
    • Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others - Handling complaints, settling disputes, or negotiating.
    • Analyzing Data or Information - Breaking down information into components to understand it.
    • Communicating with Persons Outside Organization - Representing the organization externally.
    • Interacting with Computers - Using computer systems to enter or process data.
    • Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands/arms to handle, install, position, and move materials.
    • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material - Identifying causes of errors or defects.
    Skills
    • Active Listening
    • Reading Comprehension
    • Critical Thinking
    • Instructing
    • Speaking
    • Time Management
    • Service Orientation
    • Monitoring
    • Social Perceptiveness
    • Writing
    • Active Learning
    • Coordination
    • Judgment and Decision Making
    • Learning Strategies
    • Complex Problem Solving
    • Negotiation
    • Operation Monitoring
    • Equipment Selection
    Abilities
    • Problem Sensitivity
    • Oral Expression
    • Oral Comprehension
    • Inductive Reasoning
    • Speech Clarity
    • Deductive Reasoning
    • Written Expression
    • Speech Recognition
    • Written Comprehension
    • Selective Attention
    • Information Ordering
    • Time Sharing
    Working Conditions
    • Patients require round-the-clock care; hours include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
    • RNs are required to stand for long periods.
    • Employees may need to safely move patients, using assistance when necessary.
    • Exposure to chemical and infectious hazards is possible.
    • Must work with confused, agitated, or uncooperative patients.
    Physical Demands
    • Ability to lift 50 pounds; patient transfers may require up to 100 pounds.
    • Ability to stand for extended periods.
    • Fine motor skills.
    • Visual acuity.
    Minimum Qualifications 1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and 2. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA). Special Note: For assignments in Post-Acute Care ONLY, individuals meeting the following criteria may also be considered for appointment: Graduation from a nursing education program registered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as licensure qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse (RN) and has applied for licensure as an RN. These unlicensed individuals may be employed to practice under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN for up to 90 days immediately following graduation pending receipt of a limited permit, which selected candidates must apply for and receive within the same 90-day period. Once a limited permit is received, individuals can practice nursing, under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN at a NYC Health + Hospitals health care setting for up to one (1) year from the date of issuance of the limited permit. In addition, must hold or obtain through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA). Additional Salary Compensation In addition to base compensation, you may also receive the following based on collective bargaining: An annual education differential if you currently possess an appropriate degree in nursing or an allied health discipline from an accredited college or university, as listed below:
    • Bachelors in allied health discipline = $900
    • Masters in allied health discipline = $1,200
    • Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) = $1,800
    • Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) = $2,000
    • Doctorate in Education, Nursing Practice or PhD in Nursing (DNP) = $2,500
    An annual certification differential ranging from $1,878 up to $4,878 if you currently hold appropriate certifications that are nationally recognized in the discipline or area of specialization for which you are employed. An annual nursing experience differential ranging from $987 up to $8,190 for up to 10 years of experience if you have outside nursing experience as a Staff Nurse. xrczosw Benefits NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
    • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
    • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
    • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
    • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
    • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
    • College Savings Program
    • Union Benefits for eligible titles
    • Multiple employee discounts programs
    • Commuter Benefits Programs
    If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.
Posted 2026-06-06

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