Registered Nurse - Unit D5, Cardiovascular Stepdown Unit

Registered Nurse Opportunity

Now is the time to join our exceptional and resilient team known for quality care and excellent outcomes. We are offering a $6,000.00 bonus for experienced RN's who join us. This unit is part of our new and advanced Virtual Connected Care Together Team nursing model that integrates experienced telemedicine RNs into care assignments, thus helping with the workload. We offer a strong orientation program and opportunities for continued education and growth. Schedules include 8-hour Evening, 8-hour Night (or Rotate 8 E/N), 12D/12N Rotation, 12-hour Night and Baylor positions (higher base pay rate). This team is dedicated to patient care and each other. If your passion is nursing, you'll love working with us!

Unit D5 is a cardiovascular step-down unit caring for patients admitted for interventional cardiac procedures, medical cardiology, vascular surgery and the designated stroke unit. We serve patients with a variety of acute medical, cardiac, vascular and respiratory conditions. We monitor class I telemetry and manage cardiac drips. Specialized training includes CORE EKG classes and stroke certification. St. Joseph's Health is an American Heart Association Cardiovascular Center of Excellence and was named Best Regional Hospital for 2019-2020 by U.S. News, Becker's named St. Joseph's Health in the Top 100 Hospitals in the U.S. for Heart Surgery and recognized as one of the 2020 Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health.

At St. Joseph's Health, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and work-life balance while maintaining excellence in patient care.

When you join our team, you can expect:

• Career advancement in an environment where safety and support are top priorities.
• A three-day workweek for enhanced work-life balance.
• Improved staffing, including the integration of a dedicated RN onsite virtual nurse.
• The option for daily pay, giving you access to your earnings immediately after your shift.
• Complimentary access to our 24/7 on-campus fitness center to support your health and wellness.
• 24-hour leadership support to ensure you're always set up for success.

At St. Joseph's Health, we're not just building a healthcare teamwe're creating a community where you can thrive personally and professionally.

Position Purpose: The Registered Nurse participates in various roles to ensure quality patient care is provided with optimum outcomes. RN roles range from direct patient care to supervisory or consultative services in various settings within our network. Our dedicated nursing staff attend orientation classes that may include CORE EKG, end of life, respiratory care and many specialty classes depending on area of expertise.

Organization Highlights and Benefits:

• Our Trinity Health Culture: Our staff know, understand, incorporate & demonstrate our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, through their actions, behaviors, practices & decisions. Our Unit practice counsels, and open-door guiding principle gives all our employees a voice.
• Professional Environment of Care: Practice in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy atmosphere. Onsite parking for only $6/pay.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages available through Trinity Health, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, education assistance, onsite fitness center and option for daily pay.
• Professional Development: Strong education program, generous tuition allowance and clinical ladder incentives. We encourage job share opportunities to enhance satisfaction and growth. We encourage participation and support community programs and outreach.
• Work/Life: Scheduling options to balance work/life/school and recreational calendars.

What you will do :

• Responsible for collaboration, communication & facilitation of optimal provision of care through a computerized &/or digital platform supporting daily management of care.
• Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring & evaluation of the patient's plan of care from admission to discharge.
• Utilize clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills & the principles of case management & adult education to coordinate, implement & support the plan of care.
• Monitor quality metrics specific to the department & ensure complete & accurate documentation in the patient record.
• Ensures quality care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Regulatory Agencies, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
• Maintains current knowledge of basic health care economics, trends and reimbursements methodologies and applies knowledge to daily practice. Recognizes situations that require immediate intervention. Continues to develop professionally and apply knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to each patient.

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York with at least 1 year of experience.
• Baccalaureate Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing preferred, according to NYS requirements.
• BSN is required for level 4 RN hires
• GN's or RN's with < 1-year experience should apply to the Graduate Nurse Residency positions.
• Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area preferred.
• Maintains all licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements.
• Participates in continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Mission Statement:

• We, St Joseph's Health, and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision:

• To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values:

• In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Physical Demands:

• Occasional exposure to conditions which may be considered particularly disagreeable to sight, touch, sound, smell & tastes; May encounter fumes, odors, dusts, mists & gases, along with biohazards / hazards (mechanical, electrical, burns, chemicals, radiation, sharp objects, etc.); Occasionally subject to noise, infectious waste, diseases & conditions.
• Includes the need to be physically & mentally capable to perform nursing processes.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.

Pay Range: $39.90 - $55.85

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.