Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Neurology and Stroke

Job description

Rochester General Hospital (RGH)

nFull time

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nJob Title: Registered Nurse

nDepartment: Acute Neurology and Stroke (7800)

nLocation: Rochester General Hospital

nHours Per Week: Full Time - 36 Hours/Week

nSchedule: Night

nSUMMARY:

nAs 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.

nAcute Stroke Unit

nThe Acute Stroke Unit (7800) collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team to provide a delivery care model based on evidence-based practice to facilitate and optimize stroke care during the primary prevention and acute care phases of a stroke.

nCLINICAL LADDER LEVEL I-IV

nThe RN level will be determined at the time of hire based on the candidate’s qualifications and ability to meet Clinical Ladder requirements. An established compensation add-on is applied to each RN level.

nLevel expectations include:

nRN Level II: Minimum 6 months RN experience; AAS in Nursing; completion of Clinical Ladder requirements within 12 months, including 3 activities per pillar (Leadership, Quality, Organizational Contribution), 9 CEUs, and 6 flex items.

nRN Level III: Minimum 1 year RN experience; AAS in Nursing; demonstrated clinical and leadership skills; preceptor and/or charge experience; completion of 4 activities per pillar, 12 CEUs, and 15 flex items.

nRN Level IV: Minimum 1 year experience in the specialty hired into; BS in Nursing required; expanded leadership role (charge, preceptor, mentor); completion of Clinical Ladder requirements within 12 months, including 5 activities per pillar, 15 CEUs, and 20 flex items.

nRESPONSIBILITIES:

nnnProvides high-quality, patient-centered clinical care

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nnPerforms 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).

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

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

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

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

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

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n​​COMPLIANCE

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

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nnCompletes mandatory in-services and health screens in a timely manner.

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nnMaintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

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n nREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

nnnDiploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

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nnRegistered Nurse license in New York State.

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nnBasic Life Support (BLS) certification.

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n nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

nnnBachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

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nnAt least 6 months of experience preferred.

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n nEDUCATION:

nAS: Nursing (Required)

nLICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

nBLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)

nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

nModerate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

nFor 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.

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

nPAY RANGE:

n$38.67 - $51.92

nCITY:

nRochester

nPOSTAL CODE:

n14621

nThe 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.

nRochester 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.

nRochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.

Worksite address

rochester, NY, 14600, US

Who can apply

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