Registered Nurse - Bariatric Surgery Triage

103 Rochester General Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment in Rochester, NY. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, developing care plans, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality outcomes.

The role requires a nursing diploma/associate degree, NY RN license, and BLS certification; a BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or associate degree required.
• RN license in New York State.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered clinical care.
• Performs initial and ongoing patient assessment using appropriate data.
• Communicates and documents patient assessment with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical care

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary communication

Care planning

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

RN license in New York State

BLS certification

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

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.

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 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
• 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

PAY RANGE

$35.34 - $47.13

LOCATION

City: Rochester

Postal Code: 14626

COMPENSATION PROFILE

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.

DEPARTMENT

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.

ABOUT US

Rochester 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.