Registered Nurse - Unit D5, Cardiovascular Stepdown Unit
About The Position
The Registered Nurse works on Unit D5, a cardiovascular step-down unit caring for patients admitted for interventional cardiac procedures, medical cardiology, vascular surgery, and stroke care. The unit serves patients with acute medical, cardiac, vascular, and respiratory conditions, monitors Class I telemetry, and manages cardiac drips. Specialized training includes CORE EKG classes and stroke certification. The unit uses a Virtual Connected Care™ Together Team nursing model that integrates experienced telemedicine RNs into care assignments. An orientation program and opportunities for continuing education and professional growth are available. The RN participates in roles that support quality patient care and optimal outcomes, ranging from direct care to supervisory or consultative services in settings across the network. The nurse collaborates, communicates, and facilitates care through computerized or digital platforms; manages the patient's plan of care from admission through discharge; monitors quality metrics and documentation; and provides care in accordance with applicable New York regulations and professional nursing standards. The role also involves continuing professional development and applying clinical knowledge to each patient's needs. Schedules include 8-hour evening, 8-hour night or rotating evening/night shifts, 12-hour day/night rotation, 12-hour nights, and Baylor positions. The posting describes a three-day workweek and offers a $6,000 bonus for experienced RNs who join the team.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, or successful completion of a nursing program meeting applicable state educational requirements for registered nurse licensure.
- Maintain licensures and certifications according to New York State regulations and specialty-area requirements.
- Participate in continuing education and maintain knowledge and skills related to areas of expertise.
- Registered Nurses with less than one year of experience and Graduate Nurses should apply to Graduate Nurse Residency positions.
- Physical and mental capability to perform nursing processes.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing is preferred, according to New York State requirements; BSN is required for level 4 RN hires.
- Specialty credentialing and an educational degree relevant to the clinical nursing practice specialty area are preferred.
- Experience as an RN; a $6,000 bonus is offered to experienced RNs who join the team.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate, communicate, and facilitate optimal provision of care through computerized and/or digital platforms supporting daily care management.
- Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the patient's plan of care from admission to discharge.
- Use clinical knowledge, critical thinking, case-management principles, and adult-education principles to coordinate, implement, and support the plan of care.
- Monitor department-specific quality metrics and ensure complete and accurate documentation in the patient record.
- Provide quality care in accordance with New York regulatory agencies, national standards of practice, and nursing and clinical service standards.
- Maintain knowledge of health care economics, trends, and reimbursement methodologies and apply it to daily practice.
- Recognize situations requiring immediate intervention.
- Continue professional development and maintain the knowledge and skills needed to provide appropriate patient care.
- Maintain required licensures and certifications and participate in continuing education.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages.
- Paid time off.
- 403(b).
- Education assistance and generous tuition allowance.
- Onsite fitness center, including complimentary access to a 24/7 on-campus fitness center.
- Option for daily pay.
- Clinical ladder incentives.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Strong orientation and education programs, including specialty classes.
- Onsite parking for $6 per pay period.
- Scheduling options to balance work, life, and school.
- Job-share opportunities.
- Improved staffing, including a dedicated onsite virtual nurse.
- 24-hour leadership support.
- Baylor positions offer a higher base pay rate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
