Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Unity-Hospital-of-Rochester; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking an Registered Nurse for the Telemetry Med-Surg (2700) unit at Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY. This 22-bed unit cares for cardiac patients on telemetry monitoring, with a night shift and every other weekend/holiday schedule.

The RN provides high-quality, patient-centered care, performs assessments, documents plans of care, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs. NY RN license and BLS required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered clinical care.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient using data.
• Communicates and documents the assessment of the patient with the interdisciplinary team.
• Develops and documents plan of care, treatment, and services.
• Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation.
• Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to the Nursing Research Department.
• Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.
• Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in a timely manner.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

AS: Nursing (Required)

Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS certification

Telemetry monitoring

Job description

Job Title: Registered NurseDepartment: Telemetry Med-Surg (2700)Location: Unity HospitalHours Per Week: Full TimeSchedule: Night; Every other Weekend/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.Telemetry Med-Surg – 27002700 is a telemetry medical-surgical unit. This is a 22-bed unit that cares for cardiac patients on telemetry monitoring. Diagnoses on this unit are primarily cardiac in nature, but the unit also cares for patients with a diverse variety of general medical illnesses. Because of this, our nurses develop a strong set of skills and knowledge that they can use to grow their careers throughout the acute care environment.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 the assessment of the patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources 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's 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 the 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 a 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 of 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:$38.66 - $51.91CITY: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.