Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular ICU

Endocrine; Village of Johnson City (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $25,000

Job summary

UHS Hospitals in New York seeks an experienced RN for a CVICU unit to assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive patient care. You will coordinate care across shifts, educate patients and families, and ensure safety in medication administration per policy.

The role emphasizes collaboration, nursing standards, and ongoing professional growth within a fast-paced environment. NY RN license and BSN preferred, with CCRN beneficial.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Current New York State Registered Nurse License required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a group of patients.
• Serve as a primary or accountable nurse based on unit needs.
• Educate patients and families on health promotion and disease management.
• Safely administer medications according to UHS policies.
• Support resource utilization including staffing, time, and supplies.
• Comply with nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and UHS policies.
• Participate in Nursing Shared Governance, Unit Council, and improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to peer review, evidence‑based practice, and quality improvement.
• Provide support and guidance to new employees and students.
• Perform Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator responsibilities when assigned.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, continuing education, and mandatory training.
• Participate in the Clinical Ladder Program as expertise grows

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Communication

Clinical assessment

Education

New York State RN License

BSN preferred

CCRN certification

Job description

Sign‐On Bonus

Up to a $25,000 sign‑on bonus for candidates who meet eligibility criteria.

What You’ll Do

• Assess, plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a group of patients

• Serve as a primary or accountable nurse based on unit needs

• Educate patients and families on health promotion and disease management

• Safely administer medications according to UHS policies

• Support effective resource utilization, including staffing, time, and supplies

• Comply with all nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and UHS policies

• Participate in Nursing Shared Governance, Unit Council, and improvement initiatives

• Contribute to peer review, evidence‑based practice, and quality improvement

• Provide support and guidance to new employees and students

• Perform Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator responsibilities when assigned

• Engage in ongoing professional development, continuing education, and mandatory training

• Participate in the Clinical Ladder Program as your expertise grows

What We’re Looking For

• A compassionate, empathetic RN who values exceptional patient‑centered care

• An open‑minded, eager‑to‑learn nurse who thrives in a high‑acuity CVICU environment

• A strong team player who values communication, collaboration, and shared success

• A professional who upholds the New York State Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code of Ethics, and UHS standards

• A flexible, accountable RN committed to excellence and continuous growth

Education & Experience

Minimum Required:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting

Licensure & Certifications

Minimum Required:

• Current New York State Registered Nurse License

Preferred:

• CCRN certification

• Additional skills certifications as required (e.g., ACLS, PALS, TNCC)

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients. Rooms are air conditioned and heated.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting.
• Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by UHS Hospitals Infection Control policies.

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles‑Based Access to Patient Information

• All ‐ Access to patient information, including restricted information ‐ Level 4

Staff Supervised

• Not Applicable