RN - Pulmonary - Part Time

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

Job summary

Unity-Hospital-of-Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking an experienced RN for the Pulmonary unit (4100/4200). This part-time role requires 24 hours weekly, with duties including patient assessment, care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure high-quality results.

The position demands NY RN licensure, a nursing diploma/associate degree, and BLS certification; BSN preferred. The unit handles ventilator and telemetry patients in a high-acuity setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing, NY RN license required.
• BLS certification required; BSN preferred.
• One year of nursing experience in pulmonary or medical-surgical care is a plus.
• Ability to document and communicate effectively with the care team.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered clinical care.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient and documents findings.
• Communicates assessment and plan with the interdisciplinary team.
• Develops and documents an individualized plan of care.
• Follows safety, medication administration, and documentation policies.
• Revises care plan based on ongoing evaluations and documentation.
• Completes at least one CRU form using a recent US-based article.
• Completes a minimum of 5 CNE/CEU hours per year.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Care planning

Telemetry

BLS

Education

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

RN license – New York State

BSN preferred

BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Registered NurseDepartment: PulmonaryLocation: Unity HospitalHours Per Week: Part Time- 24 HoursSchedule: D/ESUMMARY: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.Pulmonary – 4100/42004100/4200 is a pulmonary medical surgical unit. A total of 37 beds, the Pulmonary Unit provides care to patients with general medical conditions and patients with respiratory illnesses. The 4100/4200 Units specialize in the care of respiratory and general medical issues. This unit has the capacity to care for ventilator patients and telemetry monitoring, as well as other high-acuity respiratory conditions.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)American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)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:$38.67 - $51.92CITY: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.