Registered Nurse - Cardiac Evaluation Unit

103 Rochester General Hospital; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health invites an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Cardiac Evaluation Unit at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY. Work on a telemetry-focused team providing comprehensive cardiac care across multiple shifts, including weekend rotation.

You will contribute to patient education, care planning, and post-procedure support in a dynamic hospital setting. The role requires a nursing diploma/associate degree, NY RN licensure, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate degree in nursing is required.
• RN license in New York State is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care for cardiac telemetry patients, including those with heart conditions and post-procedure patients.
• Develop and document individualized care plans with the multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate proficient use of the EHR for accurate documentation and communication.
• Comply with departmental and system protocols and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Cardiac care

EHR documentation

Education

Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing

RN License in New York State

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Cardiac Evaluation Unit Department: Cardiac - Cardiac Evaluation Location: Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week: Full-Time (36 hours per week) Schedule: DAY/EVENING/NIGHT, Every Other Weekend, Every Other Holiday

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. Join an acute intermediate-care telemetry team where you’ll build a strong, versatile foundation in cardiac nursing. The Cardiac Evaluation Unit specializes in caring for patients recovering from complex cardiac events and procedures, offering an excellent environment for nurses looking to deepen their cardiac expertise.

On 5100, you will:

• Care for patients with heart failure, post-MI, and those requiring continuous oxygen therapy


• Manage post-Cath Lab patients, including TAVR and PCI


• Care for post-device patients (pacemakers, AICDs) and those with temporary pacemakers or arterial sheaths


• Administer and monitor cardiac drips for arrhythmias and CHF


• Collaborate closely with the Cath Lab team, with strong opportunities for career progression into Cath Lab nursing

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care & Service. Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members


• Planning & Communication. Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress


• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management. Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication


• Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required


• RN License in New York State


• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred


• At least 6 months RN experience preferred.

EDUCATION

BS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - 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. 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: $39.82 - $53.47 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14621 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, 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.

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.