Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown Unit

Trinity Health

1d•$39 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Nurse on a Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown Unit. The unit cares for patients admitted for open heart and vascular surgery, as well as those with various acute medical, cardiac, vascular, and respiratory conditions. The role involves monitoring class I telemetry, managing cardiac drips, and requires specialized training including CORE EKG classes. The unit utilizes a primary care nursing model with a team approach. St. Joseph’s Health prioritizes professional growth, well-being, and work-life balance while maintaining excellence in patient care. The Registered Nurse participates in various roles to ensure quality patient care is provided with optimum outcomes, ranging from direct patient care to supervisory or consultative services. Dedicated nursing staff attend orientation classes that may include CORE EKG, end-of-life care, respiratory care, and other specialty classes based on area of expertise. The organization highlights its Trinity Health Culture, emphasizing mission, values, and vision, with a practice council and open-door policy. It offers a professional and healthy work environment with onsite parking. Comprehensive benefits are available through Trinity Health, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, education assistance, an onsite fitness center, and the option for daily pay. Professional development is supported through a strong education program, tuition allowance, clinical ladder incentives, job share opportunities, and community outreach. Scheduling options are available to balance work, life, and school.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.
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.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing preferred, according to NYS requirements.
Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

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.