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Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Staff Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical manages individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Cares for ages Pediatric through advanced age and end of life.
- Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients and documents findings in the EMR
- Performs admission assessment within six hours of admission or in accordance with specific unit standards. Reviews and acknowledges all MD orders for assigned patients
- Identifies and documents nursing diagnosis on patients’ plan of care promptly
- Identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission
- Identifies discharge-planning needs of patient/family/significant other of admission
- Develops, discusses, and communicates a realistic problem list (plan of care) for each patient, in collaboration with each patient/family/significant other in order to address all identified needs. Plan of care will include nursing diagnosis statement for each identified problem
- Develops patient/family/significant other teaching and discharge plan as per unit standard
- Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient
- Demonstrates knowledge of hospital policies and procedures for verifying, scanning, administering, and recording medications
- Demonstrates knowledge of commonly used meds: action, dose, and side effects. Observes five Rs for administering meds: right patient, right drug, right dose, right method, and right time
- Demonstrates proper procedures in all methods of medication administration. Administers blood and blood products competently following hospital policy and procedures
- Initiates and maintains IV access according to hospital policy and procedures
- Assesses and documents IV site q4o or per unit standard, ensures IV site is labeled AAT
- Evaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient’s responses are reassessed in order to meet patient and family needs to ensure overall quality of care delivered
- Reassessment of plan of care is done every shift
- Assesses the patient/significant other’s response to teaching plan in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan
- Based on reassessment, plan of care will remain the same or be modified to meet the patient/significant others identified needs
- Functions as a role model for current and new staff. Facilitates problem resolution among peers
- Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff and nurse leaders toward the organization
- Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the unit/med-surg division as specific to the scope of service to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed
- Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and theories related to the care of the orthopedic patient
- Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and theories of PCA and epidural pain management modalities. Consistently documents pre/post pain med assessments
- Demonstrated knowledge and procedures of theories of capillary blood glucose testing
- Follows MD orders and accurately documents I & O’s
- Utilizes appropriate PPE and precautions prn
- Staff Registered Nurse Certification Requirements: http://bhn.bassett.org/mib/hr/Documents/Certification%20Requirements%20-%20Staff%20Registered%20Nurse.pdf
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
2 Year/Associate Degree in Nursing, required
4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred
Licensure/Certifications:
Valid NYS RN license, required
BLS, ACLS Certifications will be required within 6 months of hire
National Certifications, preferred
Skills:
- Accountability
- Clinical Skills
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Interacting with People
- Multi-Tasking
Physical Requirements:
- Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
- Occasional climbing, crouching, kneeling, stooping
- Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
- Constant fit testing
Hazards:
- Occasional chemical, explosives, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy
- Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
Working Conditions:
Occasional odors
Travel:
No travel required
TOTAL REWARDS
Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:
- Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability protection
- Retirement benefits including an employer match
- And more!
Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.
We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time.
Bonus Amount:
RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full time
LPN sign on bonuses is awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full time
Eligible Employers:
A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services
Sign-on Bonus: USD $20,000.00
Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only):
Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Min: USD $38.45/Hr. Max: USD $51.29/Hr.
EEO Statement (Text Only):
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Staff Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical manages individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Cares for ages Pediatric through advanced age and end of life.
- Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients and documents findings in the EMR
- Performs admission assessment within six hours of admission or in accordance with specific unit standards. Reviews and acknowledges all MD orders for assigned patients
- Identifies and documents nursing diagnosis on patients’ plan of care promptly
- Identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission
- Identifies discharge-planning needs of patient/family/significant other of admission
- Develops, discusses, and communicates a realistic problem list (plan of care) for each patient, in collaboration with each patient/family/significant other in order to address all identified needs. Plan of care will include nursing diagnosis statement for each identified problem
- Develops patient/family/significant other teaching and discharge plan as per unit standard
- Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient
- Demonstrates knowledge of hospital policies and procedures for verifying, scanning, administering, and recording medications
- Demonstrates knowledge of commonly used meds: action, dose, and side effects. Observes five Rs for administering meds: right patient, right drug, right dose, right method, and right time
- Demonstrates proper procedures in all methods of medication administration. Administers blood and blood products competently following hospital policy and procedures
- Initiates and maintains IV access according to hospital policy and procedures
- Assesses and documents IV site q4o or per unit standard, ensures IV site is labeled AAT
- Evaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient’s responses are reassessed in order to meet patient and family needs to ensure overall quality of care delivered
- Reassessment of plan of care is done every shift
- Assesses the patient/significant other’s response to teaching plan in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan
- Based on reassessment, plan of care will remain the same or be modified to meet the patient/significant others identified needs
- Functions as a role model for current and new staff. Facilitates problem resolution among peers
- Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff and nurse leaders toward the organization
- Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the unit/med-surg division as specific to the scope of service to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed
- Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and theories related to the care of the orthopedic patient
- Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and theories of PCA and epidural pain management modalities. Consistently documents pre/post pain med assessments
- Demonstrated knowledge and procedures of theories of capillary blood glucose testing
- Follows MD orders and accurately documents I & O’s
- Utilizes appropriate PPE and precautions prn
- Staff Registered Nurse Certification Requirements: http://bhn.bassett.org/mib/hr/Documents/Certification%20Requirements%20-%20Staff%20Registered%20Nurse.pdf
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
2 Year/Associate Degree in Nursing, required
4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred
Licensure/Certifications:
Valid NYS RN license, required
BLS, ACLS Certifications will be required within 6 months of hire
National Certifications, preferred
Skills:
- Accountability
- Clinical Skills
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Interacting with People
- Multi-Tasking
Physical Requirements:
- Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
- Occasional climbing, crouching, kneeling, stooping
- Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
- Constant fit testing
Hazards:
- Occasional chemical, explosives, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy
- Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
Working Conditions:
Occasional odors
Travel:
No travel required
TOTAL REWARDS
Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:
- Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability protection
- Retirement benefits including an employer match
- And more!
Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.
We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time.
Bonus Amount:
RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full time
LPN sign on bonuses is awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full time
Eligible Employers:
A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services
Sign-on Bonus: USD $20,000.00
Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only):
Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Min: USD $38.45/Hr. Max: USD $51.29/Hr.
EEO Statement (Text Only):
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a RN Staff Nurse
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
CGFNS or an equivalent foreign credential evaluation is required before most employers can file your PERM. Having a completed evaluation ready signals to hiring managers that your case won't stall at the documentation stage.
Confirm NCLEX licensure before targeting employers
Most EB-3 nursing PERM filings require active U.S. RN licensure. Pass NCLEX and obtain state licensure before approaching sponsoring employers so your I-140 petition can be filed without delays tied to credential gaps.
Filter employers by PERM filing history
Not all hospitals sponsor green cards. Use Migrate Mate to search RN Staff Nurse roles by verified PERM filing activity, so you're applying to employers with an established sponsorship track record rather than guessing.
Understand the DOL prevailing wage before negotiating
Your PERM-sponsored offer must meet DOL's prevailing wage for your role and location. Look up your wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer to confirm the salary qualifies and won't trigger a re-filing.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires the employer to complete a documented recruitment process that typically runs 60 to 90 days before DOL filing. Ask hiring contacts where they are in that cycle so you can gauge how far out your green card case is.
Check your country's EB-3 priority date before committing
Nurses from the Philippines and India face multi-year EB-3 backlogs. Review the monthly Visa Bulletin before accepting a sponsorship offer so you understand the realistic wait between I-140 approval and your ability to adjust status.
Green Card RN Staff Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers RN Staff Nurse roles?
Most RN Staff Nurse sponsorships fall under EB-3, which covers skilled workers in roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Some candidates with a BSN and specialized credentials may qualify under EB-2 if the employer can demonstrate the position requires an advanced degree. Either category requires PERM labor certification before the I-140 petition is filed with USCIS.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for nurses?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery cap, which creates significant uncertainty. EB-3 sponsorship leads directly to permanent residency with no lottery and no cap on the number of PERM petitions that can be filed. The tradeoff is a longer overall timeline, often two to four years or more depending on your country of birth, compared to H-1B status which can be approved in a matter of months.
Do I need NCLEX before an employer can file my PERM?
Yes, in almost all cases. Employers filing PERM for RN Staff Nurse roles must document that the position requires active RN licensure, and USCIS expects candidates to meet all stated requirements at the time of filing or upon starting work. Passing NCLEX and obtaining state licensure before your case is filed removes a major source of potential RFEs and processing delays.
Where can I find RN Staff Nurse jobs that actually sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search RN Staff Nurse openings filtered by verified PERM and EB-3 sponsorship activity, so you can focus on employers who have a documented history of filing for international nurses rather than applying broadly and asking. This is especially useful for nurses from high-backlog countries who need to start the PERM clock as early as possible.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
Changing employers before your I-140 is approved typically means starting the PERM process over with the new employer. After I-140 approval and with a priority date that is more than 180 days old, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to transfer your case to a new employer in a same or similar RN role without losing your priority date. Confirm the specifics with a licensed immigration attorney before making any job change.