Registered Nurse - Cardiac Evaluation Unit

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Cardiac Evaluation Unit

Department : Cardiac - Cardiac Evaluation

Location: Rochester General Hospital

Hours Per Week: Full-Time (36 hours per week)

Schedule: DAY/EVENING/NIGHT, Every Other Weekend, Every Other Holiday

SUMMARY:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.

Join an acute intermediate-care telemetry team where you’ll build a strong, versatile foundation in cardiac nursing. The Cardiac Evaluation Unit specializes in caring for patients recovering from complex cardiac events and procedures, offering an excellent environment for nurses looking to deepen their cardiac expertise.

On 5100, you will:

• Care for patients with heart failure, post-MI, and those requiring continuous oxygen therapy

• Manage post–Cath Lab patients, including TAVR and PCI

• Care for post-device patients (pacemakers, AICDs) and those with temporary pacemakers or arterial sheaths

• Administer and monitor cardiac drips for arrhythmias and CHF

• Collaborate closely with the Cath Lab team, with strong opportunities for career progression into Cath Lab nursing

If you’re seeking a supportive, fast-paced unit that will expand your cardiac skills and open doors across your nursing career, 5100 offers the perfect next step.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Patient Care & Service. Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members

· Planning & Communication. Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress

· Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management. Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication

· Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required

· RN License in New York State

· Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

· At least 6 months RN experience preferred.

EDUCATION:

BS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$38.66 - $51.91

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.