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From surgical technologist to nurse practitioner, discover another career path into nursing at Northwell Health
Are you looking to grow into a career in nursing? At Northwell, our team members can advance their careers, both clinical and non-clinical, through various personal and professional development programs, including educational opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation, mentorships, Business Employee Resource Groups (BERGs), tuition reimbursement and more.
Below, you can explore one of the many ways you can grow from a surgical technologist to a registered nurse to a nurse practitioner. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a surgical technologist and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.
View our available surgical technologist roles today.
Surgical Technologist
Surgical technologists assist in the care and preparation of surgical patients. These team members work alongside the surgical team, creating and maintaining a sterile field. They act under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN), who is immediately available to respond to emergencies.
- Requires vocational or technical school diploma.
- Requires current surgical technologist certification, plus specialized certifications as needed.
- Requires one (1) to three (3) years of technical experience.
As you move along your career path from a surgical technologist to a registered nurse, you can pursue a degree in nursing by utilizing Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program. This will allow you to broaden your patient care skills while also continuing your education.
Registered Nurse
Registered nurses perform an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Our nurses collaborate with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. They may also use leadership skills and clinical judgment in coordinating patient care, while directing and delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
- Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State, plus specialized certifications as needed.
As you transition from a registered nurse to a nurse practitioner, you will continue your education towards a master’s degree in a nurse practitioner program and national board certification in a specific area of specialty. This will allow you to continue advancing your patient care skills while also gaining expertise in leadership.
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse practitioners perform a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and outcome evaluation. They also participate in performance improvement, research and educational activities.
- Requires a master’s degree in a nurse practitioner program and national board certification in specialty area.
- Requires current license to practice as a nurse practitioner and as a registered professional nurse in New York State.
- Has a collaborative practice agreement with designated protocols filed with NYS Department of Education or collaborative relationship attestation as per the Nurse Practitioner Modernization Act 2015.
- Requires current BLS certification.
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Meet Gina, Operating Room Registered Nurse, Achiever, and Health Raiser
As an operating room registered nurse at South Shore University Hospital (SSUH), Gina Gaussaint loves being able to help our patients in the most critical moments of their health journey. In her role, Gina helps organize and deliver patient care by assessing patients, making diagnoses, plus planning and fulfilling procedures. Using her leadership skills, Gina is also responsible for assigning tasks and setting goals for her team to achieve.
Gina started her career with Northwell Health in 2004 as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at South Shore University Hospital (formerly Southside Hospital). With the financial support of Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program, Gina went back to school to become a registered nurse and earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 2015. Following graduation, Gina worked as a medical/surgical telemetry registered nurse at SSUH for 17 years, until she decided she wanted to try something different. She took a leap into continuing her education further and applied for a fellowship for operating room nursing at Northwell. In 2021, Gina completed her fellowship and today, she works in SSUH’s perioperative department as a registered nurse.
Gina considers the operating room to be a very collaborative environment where she is able to hone her current skills and learn new ones. She is glad that each person knows how important each individual is in the OR and how it takes an entire team to have successful, life-saving outcomes. “It is such a big deal that I am able to help save somebody’s life,” said Gina. “It is just so fulfilling to know that you helped someone.”
Watch our video to hear more from Gina and other perioperative professionals at Northwell.
Gina speaks often about the impact her perioperative nurse educators and team members have had on her life and career. She shares how they are a very hardworking, dedicated group who are very supportive of her endeavors both in the operating room and in her personal life. Throughout her career at Northwell, she has always felt supported by her leaders and grateful for a strong work/life balance. Things like shift flexibility, if needed, ensured she never missed any of her children’s major milestones, including birthdays, anniversaries, award ceremonies and more.
At Northwell, our perioperative services team delivers innovative surgical procedures with precision and purpose. With numerous awards and new surgery centers opening, our team is growing with opportunities to gain new skills and experience. When asked about her professional journey with Northwell Health and her future within the health system, Gina replied, “I work for the best health system.” She continued, “This is where I will retire – I absolutely love it here.”
Discover a career well cared for with our perioperative services team and learn more about operating room registered nursing opportunities at Northwell Health.
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From medical assistant and licensed practical nurse to medical/surgical registered nurse and beyond, discover a Truly Compassionate career at Northwell Health
Are you looking to take the next step in your career as a medical assistant? With access to professional development and career growth opportunities across our health system, our medical assistants can discover a rewarding career as a member of Northwell Health’s medical/surgical registered nursing team.
Below, you can learn more about one of the many ways you can grow your career utilizing programs such as tuition assistance to grow in your career from a medical assistant to a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and a medical/surgical registered nurse. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a medical assistant and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.
View our available medical assistant roles today.
Medical Assistant
Under the direct supervision of the physician and nurse, a medical assistant performs patient care. These duties include preparing the patient for the physician and administering, obtaining and recording diagnostic laboratory test results. They may also assist in coordinating care to meet patient needs including preparing, organizing and filing reports into the medical record.
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Requires successful completion of one of the following:
- Medical assisting program at an accredited school.
- One to three (1-3) years of medical assistant experience.
- One to three (1-3) years of emergency medical technician experience with current New York State DOH EMT certification.
- One to three (1-3) years of CNA experience with valid, current nursing assistant certification in New York State.
From a medical assistant, you can grow into a licensed practical nurse by graduating from an accredited school of practical nursing, nursing vocational or nursing technical school. You can also receive tuition reimbursement as you continue toward becoming a medical/surgical registered nurse at an accredited university.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Licensed practical nurses are responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients in support of our physicians. During the course of the patient’s treatment, the LPN duties can include observing, conducting and documenting a thorough assessment of a patient’s medical status.
- Requires graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing or of a nursing vocational or nursing technical school.
- Requires current license to practice as a practical nurse in New York State, plus specialized certifications as needed.
If you are interested in growing in your career from LPN to a medical/surgical registered nurse, your next step is to complete your nursing degree and license.
Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)
Our medical/surgical registered nurses perform an age-specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. They collaborate with physicians and other team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Our medical/surgical RNs are responsible for multiple steps of a patient’s care, including change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs, adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpret and record measurements and monitoring patients’ vitals and report adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
- Requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
- Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
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Explore Truly Compassionate behavioral health career pathways at Northwell Health
Are you interested in exploring the many different pathways your career can take in behavioral health? Northwell Health Behavioral Health Services strives to address the diverse mental health needs of the communities we serve by providing exceptional psychological/psychiatric services and behavioral health resources. These include emergency, inpatient and outpatient services for people of all ages suffering from a variety of psychiatric and addictive disorders. Across our entire health system, Northwell offers timely access to behavioral health treatment and wellness services and we continue to strengthen our commitment to education, outreach and clinical research.
At Northwell, we want our team members to have the best career experience possible and feel empowered to develop and grow within our organization. Reach your fullest potential with our team and learn more about the many ways you can have a meaningful career while you make an impact as a behavioral health professional at Northwell.
Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor: In this role, you will provide individual, group and/or family counseling sessions. Assess and treat patients related to chemical/substance abuse and dependence.
Behavioral Health Counselor: In this role, you will provide support to behavioral health clients, patients and/or families. Provide therapeutic interventions, individual and/or group therapy, as needed as well as crisis counseling and intervention.
Behavioral Health Peer Advocate: In this role, you will implement a treatment plan in collaboration with the treatment team. Provide a variety of peer support, advocacy, and other recovery services to clients and caregivers.
Care Management Coordinator: In this role, you will utilize patient-centered motivational interviewing techniques to help patients improve their health. Perform outreach activities in primary care sites, homes, hospitals and neighborhoods.
Licensed Master Social Worker: In this role, you will formulate and implement discharge plans, identify unmet psychosocial needs and develop programs to address those needs.
Medical Social Worker: In this role, you will provide individual and/or group work services to patients and/or their families in various health care settings. Utilize psychosocial assessment skills to deliver social work services.
Mental Health Worker: In this role, you will assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and behavioral coping skills, provide clinical intervention and assist in maintenance of a safe and clean environment.
Methadone Counselor: In this role, you will provide screening, orientation, assessment and counseling services to patients. Perform individual and group counseling to patients and families. Coordinate intakes and contribute to the treatment process.
Neuropsychologist: In this role, you will provide direct and consultative neuropsychological and/or psychological services to patients. Evaluate and treat cognitive and emotional function and consultation to patients, families and staff.
Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric: In this role, you will initiate, document and communicate the plan of care and follows up to ensure complete screening and preparation of patients. Write orders for medications, laboratory work and diagnostic tests.
Psychologist: In this role, you will perform psychological/behavioral assessments and psychotherapeutic interventions and other procedures of patients.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Manager, Case Management: In this role, you will manage the daily operations of the department and staff and ensure delivery of care, productivity and timeliness.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Psychiatry: In this role, you will collaborate with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Use leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
Explore what it means to work in health care and take the first step toward a fulfilling career at Northwell Health. Discover your career potential in behavioral health today.
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From a patient transporter to a patient care associate, discover a career path into nursing at Northwell Health
Interested in growing your career from a patient transporter to a registered nurse? At Northwell, we believe in a culture of growth and continuous learning that allows our team members to explore different career paths. Our team members can grow their career through various personal and professional development programs, including educational opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation, Business Employee Resource Groups and more.
Below, you can learn more about one of the many ways you can grow into a nursing career, from a patient transporter and patient care associate (PCA). For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a transporter and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.
View our available patient transporter roles today.
Patient Transporter
Patient transporters escort or transport patients within the facility. They record patient movement in transport tracking system. These team members may also pick-up and deliver materials and equipment while also assisting in performing duties related to specialty areas of assignment.
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Requires 1-3 years of relevant experience.
As you move along your career path from a patient transporter, you can grow into a patient care associate by becoming certified through one of our nursing attendant programs. You can also receive tuition reimbursement as you continue toward becoming a registered nurse at an accredited university.
Patient Care Associate (PCA)
Patient care associates provide direct care as assigned for a designated group of patients. They perform functions requiring skill and competence such as, but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG, obtaining specimens and cultures, activities of daily living, simple wound dressings and vital signs. These team members also share accountability for quality patient outcomes.
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Requires 1-3 years of relevant experience.
If you are interested in transitioning from a patient care associate to a registered nurse, your next step is to complete your nursing degree and license.
Registered Nurse
Registered nurses perform an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. They collaborate with physicians and other team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. They also use leadership skills and clinical judgment in coordinating patient care while directing and delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
- Requires graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
- Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
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From an emergency medical technician to a medical assistant, discover a new career path into nursing at Northwell Health
Are you looking to grow your clinical career? There are many paths to take, and at Northwell, we want our team members to feel empowered to develop and grow within our organization—whatever path they chose. See below for one of the many ways you can grow your clinical career leveraging transferrable skills from an emergency medical technician (EMT) to a medical assistant to a registered nurse.
Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) provide out of hospital emergency medical care and transportation by ambulance for patients. EMTs use basic life support knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life-threatening emergencies.
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Driver’s license valid in New York State must be current and without violations.
- Current NYS DOH EMT certification.
- Must meet the criteria for NYS DOH functional description for qualifications, competencies, and tasks (EMT, BLS, DLD).
- One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience is preferred.
Medical Assistant
Medical assistants perform patient care under the physician and nurse’s direct supervision. Their duties include preparing each patient for the physician and administering, obtaining and recording diagnostic laboratory test results. They may also assist in coordinating care to meet patient needs including preparing, organizing and filing reports into the medical record.
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Requires successful completion of one of the following:
- Medical assisting program at an accredited school.
- One to three (1-3) years of medical assistant experience.
- One to three (1-3) years of emergency medical technician experience with current New York State DOH EMT certification.
- One to three (1-3) years of CNA experience with valid, current nursing assistant certification in New York State.
Registered Nurse
Registered nurses perform an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. They collaborate with physicians and other team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. They also use leadership skills and clinical judgment in coordinating patient care while directing and delegating activities of the patient care unit team.
- Requires graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
- Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
- Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to discover a career well cared for at Northwell.
Northwell Health supports the growth and career advancement of its team members with tuition assistance, professional development classes, mentorship programs and more. Get your start today and view our available emergency medical technician roles.
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Have you ever considered exploring the night shift?
At Northwell Health, working night shifts has a variety of benefits from having the flexibility in your schedule for childcare and family to pay differential. As PEOPLE’s top 100 Companies that Care, Northwell provides many night shift opportunities in nursing, nursing support, respiratory therapists, clinical labs, ACPs, imaging and more. Learn more about our top reasons below and discover a career well cared for at Northwell Health.
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Jump into a Truly Ambitious nursing career as a licensed practical nurse at Northwell Health
If you are a nurse who is looking to take the next step in your nursing career with an organization that is committed to your professional growth and development, Northwell has the resources to support and guide you on your path. In addition to our Institute of Nursing, mentorship programs and professional development courses — from day one of being hired, Northwell offers staff registered nurses with an ASN degree tuition reimbursement eligibility toward their BSN degree. Below, you will find one of the career growth opportunities for licensed practical nurses looking to take the first step in their nursing career. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click on the link below to discover a career well cared for with our nursing team.
Check out our available licensed practical nurse positions.
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Take the next step in your nursing career and learn about nurse leadership opportunities at Northwell Health
Take the next step in your nursing career toward a leadership role at Northwell Health. Whether taking the first step in your leadership journey or moving into a more senior position, Northwell has the resources to support and guide you on your path.
We have opportunities across a variety of specialties while providing our team members with access to educational and professional development courses, tuition reimbursement, the Institute for Nursing and more.
As a member of our nurse leadership team, you will have the opportunity to guide our units, while making a difference in the lives of our patients and communities through innovative practices and commitment. Below, you will find just a few career growth opportunities for registered nurses looking to expand into a leadership opportunity. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click on the link below to discover a career well cared for with our nurse leadership team.
Check out our available nursing leadership positions.
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Discover exciting career opportunities in neurosurgery
Want to work in a profession that uses innovative technology to diagnose and treat patients during their most critical times? Explore exciting opportunities across neurosurgery — from nurse manager to physician assistant, and more. At Northwell Health, our team members have access to professional development opportunities, including programs at our Center for Learning and Innovation (CLI), mentorship programs, tuition reimbursement and more.
Check out our available opportunities in neurosurgery.
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Discover a rewarding career as a Northwell home care infusion registered nurse
Explore how Northwell provides home care infusion registered nurses with opportunities for career growth and development.
Discover a career well cared for as a home care infusion registered nurse. As part of our nursing team, you can develop leadership skills and further your education while making a positive impact for our patients and the community.
Below, you will find information about one of the many ways to grow your career as a home care infusion registered nurse.
Check out our available home care infusion registered nurse positions.
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Discover how Northwell’s Home Care Registered Nurses are supported in reaching their full potential
Discover a career well cared for as a home care registered nurse at Northwell Health. As a home care registered nurse, you can make a difference in the lives of your patients while having flexibility and autonomy in your daily schedule to self-manage your workday.
By joining our team of Health Raisers, you can take advantage of our professional and skill development programs, including classes at our Center for Learning and Innovation, tuition reimbursement and access to our Institute of Nursing. Northwell Health home care registered nurses are also eligible for our mileage reimbursement program.
Below, you will find information about one of the many ways to grow your career as a home care registered nurse.
Check out our available home care registered nurse positions.
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Discover exciting careers in the emergency department
I love our team dynamics at Northwell SkyHealth. It has enabled me to be a better flight nurse and I’m really grateful for that.
– Mackenzie, Flight Nurse at Lenox Hill Hospital
Join Northwell Health and explore exciting opportunities across our emergency department team — from front desk administration to flight nurse and beyond. As a Health Raiser, you will have access to professional development programs at our Center for Learning and Innovation (CLI), mentorship programs and tuition reimbursement, plus more. Learn about some of the roles featured on Emergency NYC, now streaming on Netflix.
Check out our available clinical and non-clinical roles in the emergency department.
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Top Five Reasons to Work Night Shifts at Northwell Health
At Northwell Health, working night shifts has several benefits from having the flexibility in your schedule for child care and family to pay differential. As a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, Northwell provides many night shift opportunities in nursing, nursing support, respiratory therapists, clinical labs, ACPs and more. Learn more about our top reasons below, and begin your journey to a career well cared for at Northwell Health.
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RN Case Management Careers at Northwell Health, Raise Your Career Expectations
Raise your career expectations as an RN case manager at Northwell Health. As a RN case manager, you will have the opportunity to positively impact our patients’ needs and care of their treatment. In addition, Northwell’s RN case managers have access to our dedicated education team and are provided with unique training programs for career growth and development.
Northwell has the resources to support and guide you in your career journey. Below, you will find information about the many career paths for a registered nurse case manager. For the complete job profile, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com, or click the link below to discover a career well cared for with our team.
Check out our open RN case management positions here.
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