Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Per Diem

Unity-Hospital-of-Rochester; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Unity Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Emergency Department. This per diem role covers evenings and nights, including weekends and holidays, at Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY.

The RN provides high-quality patient-centered care, conducts assessments, communicates with the care team, and complies with safety and documentation standards. NYS RN license and BLS are required; a BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing is required.
• RN license in New York State.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

BLS certification

Clinical assessment

Communication with interdisciplinary 팀

Education

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

RN license NYS

Job description

Job Title: Registered NurseDepartment: Emergency DepartmentLocation: Unity HospitalHours Per Week: Per DiemSchedule: Evenings/Nights; Weekends and holidays.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.Emergency DepartmentUnity Hospital's Emergency Center provides the highest quality care for adults and children anytime – day or night. Our experienced and multidisciplinary team stands ready to diagnose, treat and monitor patients who have suffered a life-threatening or emergent injury or illness. There are 34 private treatment rooms and 35 hallway beds, providing full-service emergency care for both pediatric and adult populations.RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical carePerforms 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.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 NursingRegistered Nurse license in New York State.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.At least 6 months experience preferred.EDUCATION:AS: Nursing (Required)LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsPHYSICAL 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:$39.75 - $52.99CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14626The 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.