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Job description
Registered Nurse - Cardiac and Vascular Care
Unit Description: Cardiac and Vascular Care (CVC) is a 16-bed unit designated for cardiac and procedural patients requiring a brief hospitalization. Our Registered Nurses care for a variety of patients including those recovering from surgery, interventional radiology procedures, invasive cardiology procedures; including ST-elevation myocardial infarction, non ST-segment myocardial infarction patients, patients requiring percutaneous coronary interventions, and patients requiring antiarrhythmic medication initiation.
Responsibilities:
Managing and coordination care for the post-procedural extended recovery, and/or the observational care patient in the Cardiac Vascular Care Unit.
Management of patient care utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient outcomes.
Directs and guides the delivery of nursing care, patient education, and all care related activities, while maintaining standards of professional nursing collaborating with other disciplines as appropriate.
Required to float on a rotational basis.
Education/Skills Required:
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
Currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
BLS or ACLS required with ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.
Meets requirements of physical/pre-placement screening.
Minimum of one year of nursing experience preferred.
Completion of Cardiac Rhythm course within 3 to 6 months required.
Completion of Critical Care course within 3 to 6 months required.
Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.
Ability to anticipate, prioritize, perform and complete multiple job responsibilities in a timely manner.
As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.
Floating: Required to float rotationally.
Incentives: Position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, subject to terms, conditions, and change.
On-call: Not required.
Requirements:
nnCurrent RN licensure recognized by the State of New York required.
nAppropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.
n nOur Total Rewards Package includes:
nnHealth Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
nFlexible Spending Account
nRetirement Benefits (403b)
nInsurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)
nPaid time Time Off
n nJoining our team has its perks:
nnWe encourage professional growth and development
nWe ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued
nWe offer structured preceptorships and continuing education
nWe are committed to great patient ratios
nOur team culture is unlike what you'll find at other hospitals
nWe've made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
nNurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance
n nAbout the Area:
nn The Champlain Valley is characterized by its working landscapes; undulating hills, meadows and pastures rolling down to the waters of giant Lake Champlain, the largest lake in the U.S. behind the Great Lakes. Plattsburgh, a picturesque community of 38,000, offers a cost of living just below the national average. The perfect place to raise a family, the area features excellent schools both public and private. The State University of New York also has a branch here with 6,200 students boasting a large international population and solid nursing program. Site Selection Magazine has chosen Plattsburgh as a top city in the nation for business development for the past eight years.n
nn In addition, Policom Corp has ranked Plattsburgh as the top micropolitan in New York and the 27th in the nation. As far as recreational opportunities, Plattsburgh and the Champlain Valley offer incredible year-round activities. From boating, biking, and fishing in the summer, to skiing and ice skating in the winter months. Nearby Lake Placid, host of the 1980 Winter Olympics and 2023 FISU World University Games, is a hub for recreation. The historic Strand Theater serves as the anchor of downtown Plattsburgh, and dozens of museums and historic attractions share the region's rich history.n
nn With exciting relocation and signing incentives and assistance, moving to upstate New York has never been an easier decision.n
Worksite address
plattsburgh, NY, 12903, US
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