Registered Nurse - Interventional Cardiology

Department: Interventional Cardiology (5200)

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.

The Interventional Cardiology Unit (5200) at Sands-Constellation Heart Institute is seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic cardiac care team. Unit 5200 is an acute intermediate care telemetry floor that provides specialized care to patients recovering from advanced cardiac interventions and procedures. This unit is an excellent environment for nurses to build a strong foundation in cardiac nursing and grow their clinical expertise.

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:

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Registered Nurse license in New York State

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

• At least 6 months RN experience preferred