Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic ICU

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic ICU

Department: Cardiac - Cardiothoracic ICU

Location: Rochester General Hospital

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

Schedule: NIGHTS, Every Other Weekend, Every Other Holiday

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000

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.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU). The ideal candidate will provide high quality, evidence based care to critically ill cardiac patients, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to manage complex cardiovascular conditions in a high acuity environment. Nurses on this unit are an integral part of a collaborative team delivering expert care to some of the hospital's most vulnerable populations.

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

• AS: Nursing (Required)

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.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

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

PAY RANGE: $39.75 - $52.99