Integrative Medicine Research Program Jobs in Rochester, NY

Job Title: RN Weekend Program - Acute General Medicine/Telemetry

Department: Acute General Medicine/Telemetry (5400/5500)

Location: Rochester General Hospital

Hours Per Week: Part-Time Weekend Program (24 hours per week)

Schedule: Weekend Program

Weekend Program Details: The Weekend Program requires employees to work all scheduledhours between 7am Friday and 7am Tuesday for a minimum of 26 weeks. Employees are eligible to remain in the program permanently or after the 26 week minimum commitment return to a different schedule and shift. In addition to the Weekend Only add-on pay, employees in the program remain eligible for applicable premium pay (shift differential, overtime, etc.).

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 Acute Medical/Telemetry Unit (5400/5500) is a fast-paced, high-acuity unit that cares for patients with complex medical conditions and multi-system health needs. Registered Nurses gain valuable experience managing a diverse patient population with cardiac conditions requiring telemetry, diabetes, renal disease and dialysis, pulmonary disorders, sepsis, and other acute and chronic illnesses. Nurses develop advanced clinical skills while caring for patients with multiple drips, drains, catheters, chest tubes, and feeding tubes, all while providing compassionate, patient-centered care. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration and exposure to a wide variety of diagnoses, 5400/5500 is an excellent unit for nurses looking to expand their clinical expertise and grow their careers in acute care.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care

Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological, educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological / developmental age of the patient).

Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.

Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for the patient needs, strengths, limitations and goals.

Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medication administration and documentation.

Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately.

Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Department utilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States. Compliance

Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.

Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner.

Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse license in New York State.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

At least 6 months RN experience preferred.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

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The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.