Registered Nurse - Observation Unit Part-time

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Three-day workweek

Daily access to earnings (daily pay)

On-campus fitness center

24/7 leadership support

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health in New York State is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for acute observation units, with a focus on chest pain, syncope and post‑operative care. The role spans direct patient care and supervision within a network that values growth, well-being, and work-life balance.

Minimum qualifications include NYS RN licensure; BSN preferred; RN Residency for those with<1 year experience. Competitive pay and Flexible scheduling support professional development and excellent patient

Qualifications

• RN with &lt; 1-year experience should apply to the RN Nurse Residency positions.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.
• BSN degree preferred, per NYS requirements.
• Maintains licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements.
• Participates in continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate, communicate & facilitate optimal provision of care through a computerized/digital platform.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor & evaluate the patient’s plan of care from admission to discharge.
• Utilize clinical knowledge and critical thinking to coordinate and support the plan of care.
• Monitor quality metrics and ensure complete and accurate documentation in the patient record.
• Ensure quality care in accordance with NY regulatory agencies and nursing standards.
• Maintain knowledge of health care economics and reimbursement methodologies and apply daily.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

New York State Registered Nurse License

RN licensure and/or compact license

Job description

Employment Type and Shift

Part time.

Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift.

Description

Our Observation department includes a fast-paced short stay acute unit, admission flex unit and a short stay inpatient unit, all with an expected 24–48-hour length of stay. Our specialties include chest pain, syncope, r/o TIA, CHF, preoperative surgical patients, and medical conditions requiring observational stays. Unit specific specialized training includes IV placement, 12 Lead EKG performance and interpretation, Venipunctures, Point of Care Troponins (POCT), BLS, ACLS, EKG 1 and EKG 2 core classes. Join our exceptional team known for quality care and excellent outcomes. Our Leaders deliver the support needed and work right alongside staff to provide a safe and efficient work environment. We are devoted to flexible scheduling and work hard to balance and meet the needs of our staff. At St. Joseph’s Health, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and work-life balance while maintaining excellence in patient care.

When you join our team, you can expect

• Career advancement in an environment where safety and support are top priorities.
• A three-day workweek for enhanced work-life balance.
• Improved staffing, including the integration of a dedicated RN onsite virtual nurse.
• The option for daily pay, giving you access to your earnings immediately after your shift.
• Complimentary access to our 24/7 on-campus fitness center to support your health and wellness.
• 24-hour leadership support to ensure you're always set up for success.
• At St. Joseph’s Health, we’re not just building a healthcare team—we’re creating a community where you can thrive personally and professionally.

Position Purpose

The Registered Nurse participates in various roles to ensure quality patient care is provided with optimum outcomes. RN roles range from direct patient care to supervisory or consultative services in various settings within our network. Our dedicated nursing staff attend orientation classes that may include CORE EKG, end of life, respiratory care and many specialty classes depending on area of expertise.

What you will do

• Responsible for collaboration, communication & facilitation of optimal provision of care through a computerized & or digital platform supporting daily management of care.
• Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring & evaluation of the patient's plan of care from admission to discharge.
• Utilize clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills & the principles of case management & adult education to coordinate, implement & support the plan of care.
• Monitor quality metrics specific to the department & ensure complete & accurate documentation in the patient record.
• Ensures quality care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Regulatory Agencies, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
• Maintains current knowledge of basic health care economics, trends and reimbursements methodologies and applies knowledge to daily practice.
• Recognizes situations that require immediate intervention.
• Continues to develop professionally and apply knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to each patient.

Minimum Qualifications

• GN’s or RN’s with < 1-year experience should apply to the RN Nurse Residency positions.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.
• Baccalaureate Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing preferred, according to NYS requirements.
• Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area preferred.
• Maintains all licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements.
• Participates in continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Pay Range

$38.75- $59.85 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About the Employer

Ministry/Facility Information. Located in the heart of central New York, St. Joseph’s is one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery and one of America’s 100 Best for Spine Surgery and Coronary Intervention according to Healthgrades. It is ranked by Consumer Reports among the top 15 heart surgery centers in the country, a designated Stroke Center, a U.S. News “Best Regional Hospital” and “Best Maternity Hospital”. With a comprehensive range of primary‑care practices, mental health services, women's and infants' care, and oncology services, St. Joesph’s Health network offers a wide range of innovative, community‑based health and wellness programs. Our high-quality specialty and mental health services aim to coordinate the continuum of care, as a compassionate healing presence to improve all aspects of health.Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith‑based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well‑being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.