Staff Nurse – Ambulatory Care Services NYC Health & Hospitals 

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About NYC Health + Hospitals

Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center is attuned to the healthcare issues that matter to the people of North Brooklyn. Woodhull focuses on preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles by reaching out to the community at 15 convenient locations.

Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center is a non-smoking facility.

Job Description

• Assume responsibility of Charge Nurse when necessary.
• Complete written daily assignment as necessary.
• Prepare patient for examination.
• Obtain patient vital measurements.
• Document all pertinent information on the medical record.
• Screen patient waiting area and determine the acuity of the patients.
• Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation when necessary.
• Complete pre-assessment on patient/client on first visit.
• Complete nursing assessment using the “Nursing Process” within three visits.
• Encourage patient/client to vent emotions in a socially acceptable way.
• Conduct health teaching, instructions and counseling sessions to patient/client and or significant other as needed.
• Perform specific procedure: give special injection, immunizations and PPD.
• Procure medications and supplies for unit.
• Act as a preceptor for Orientee or Nursing Student.
• Participate in quality assessment activities.
• Complete WIC forms.
• Report occurrences immediately and fill out occurrence form when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

For individuals holding an unrestricted registered professional nursing license BEFORE July 1,
2020 in New York State, another state or United States territory:
1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse
in New York State; and
2. Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart
Association (AHA).
For individuals issued a registered professional nursing license on or AFTER July 1, 2020,
based on expected implementation of Chapter 502 of the Laws of 2017 and Chapter 380 of the
Laws of 2018:
1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional
Nurse in New York State; and
a. A Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing or higher (or other nursing degree, as identified by NYS
Education Department including Master of Science in Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor of
Philosophy Degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Science) from an accredited college or
university, registered with the NYSED; or
b. Obtains a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing or higher, as described in “a” above, within ten
(10) years of the date of initial licensure; and
2. Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association
(AHA).

Nurse Residency Program: Get the support you need to grow and thrive at NYC Health + Hospitals through our innovative
All full-time new hires that are recent graduates or new to their specialties are automatically enrolled in our 12-month Nurse Residency Program to assist in the transition to professional nursing practice while delivering patient care in a clinical environment. The Nurse Residency Program features interactive sessions, special educational events, simulations, and group seminars on evidence-based best practices, decision-making, conflict-resolution, end-of-life care, health care quality, patient safety and more. Participants will receive mentorship support, build relationships with nursing peers and develop leadership skills. For more information, log into https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/nurses4nyc/.

How To Apply

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Vacancy Control Board Number

VCB #: WOO-04262022-0588

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