Registered Nurse (RN) - Yaphank - Overnight Shift

Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care to patients in the Jails, including responding to emergencies, first aid, and CPR during emergency response.

Requirements

• Possession of a license, and a current registration, issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse
• Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of support staff in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions of a technical and professional nature in exact detail and to administer therapeutic treatments prescribed by a physician
• Ability to recognize and interpret symptoms and make assessments
• Ability to instruct subordinates and other people in basic nursing care
• Ability to deal with each patient sympathetically and tactfully, while at the same time carry out the treatment prescribed for them
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position
• Must be punctual, professional, and dress appropriately

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.