SUMMARY:

The R.N. maintains quality patient care through consistent standards of nursing practice in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Utilizes the nursing process: assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate to execute appropriate individual patient care. Responsible for orientation, training/precepting, and mentoring of other staff on the unit. The R.N. is instrumental in providing an exceptional experience for patient and family.

OUR Department:

With multiple recognitions from U.S. News & World Report, and as one of the largest cardiac programs in New York State, SCHI offers patients the advanced, personalized care they need. With three dedicated operating rooms, four state-of-the-art cardiac labs, and two electrophysiology labs at Rochester General Hospital, SCHI is able to ensure that your heart health needs are met and was named among the top 10% in the nation for cardiology services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assessment - Perform initial and ongoing assessment of the patient; demonstrate exceptional clinical judgment and advanced assessment skills; communicate and document assessment with interdisciplinary team; utilize all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.

• Planning & Implementation - Develop and document plan of care, treatment and services; collaborate interdisciplinary health team to deliver care; maintains an appropriate nurse-patient relationship and provides an exceptional experience for the patient and family.

• Evaluation & Education - Evaluate, communicate and document patient responses to care; revise plan of care based on ongoing evaluations; ensure the patient receives and understands education/training specific to their needs and abilities.

• Training - Provide training for new team members on the unit; assume role of teacher for nursing students and other students shadowing on the unit; act as a resource for other team members for both clinical and non-clinical matters.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.

• Registered Nurse license in New York State.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

• Minimum of 6 months of experience as a Registered Nurse.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred.