Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Rotating Shift
Description: Currently offering up to $10,000 in recruitment bonuses for qualified energetic RN's who are passionate about the nursing profession. This unit is part of our new and advanced Virtual Connected Care™ Together Team nursing model that integrates experienced telemedicine RN 's into care assignments, thus helping with the workload. We offer a strong orientation program and opportunities for continued education and growth. We are devoted to flexible scheduling and work hard to balance and meet the needs of the unit and staff. We will consider full time, part time or per diem shifts. This team is dedicated to patient care and each other. If your passion is nursing, you'll love working with us!
Unit 2-4 is an acute inpatient telemetry unit caring for patients admitted to our teaching service. We serve patients with a variety of acute medical, cardiac and respiratory conditions. Class II telemetry monitoring, Bi-pap therapy and palliative care measures are among our specialties. Our dedicated nursing staff attend orientation classes that includes CORE EKG, end of life and respiratory care. Our unit philosophy is based on creating an environment of learning and healing and is dedicated to the Medical and Family Practice teaching services. These services consist of 1st, 2nd and 3rd year residents designated as the patents primary care providers. The residents are supervised by an attending physician who oversees the care that is prescribed. We incorporate a primary care nursing model with a team approach to meet the needs of the patient population.
Organization Highlights: - Our Trinity Health Culture: Our staff know, understand, incorporate & demonstrate our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, through their actions, behaviors, practices & decisions.
- Leadership: Shared Governance to leaders are accessible. Unit practice counsels and open-door guiding principle for shared decision-making. All our employees have a voice.
- Well-Being: Practice in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy atmosphere. Our staff are supported by a variety of resources for physical and mental health. We are implementing an onsite virtual nurse to assist with assignment coverage.
- Professional Relationships: Strong rapport with our interdisciplinary team including physicians/clinical providers, rehab services, pharmacy, nutritional services and support staff.
- Professional Development: Strong education program, generous tuition allowance and clinical ladder incentives. We encourage job share opportunities to enhance satisfaction and growth.
- Work/Life: Scheduling options balance work/life/school calendars.
- Safety: Only local hospital to receive a Leapfrog A for safety.
Responsibilities: - Responsible for collaboration, communication & facilitation of optimal provision of care with assistance of computerized &/or digital platform that supports the 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.
- Ensure a seamless, effective, efficient transition of care across the continuum.
- Monitor quality metrics specific to the department & ensure complete & accurate documentation in the patient record.
- Act as 1) mentor; 2) clinician; 3) educator; 4) consultant/collaborator; and 5) navigator.
- 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.
Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure: - Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York with at least 1 year of experience.
- Baccalaureate Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited school of nursing preferred, according to NYS requirements.
- *GN's or RN's with < 1-year experience should apply to the Graduate Nurse Residency positions.
- 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.
Career Advancement Opportunities: - Clinical ladder advancement with experience, staff engagement, and national certification.
- Career path to leadership roles.
Mission Statement: - We, St Joseph's Health, and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Vision: - To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.
Core Values: - In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.
Work Environment and Hazards: - Clinical office setting. Exposure Class I
Physical Demands: - Occasional exposure to conditions which may be considered particularly disagreeable to sight, touch, sound, smell & tastes; May encounter fumes, orders, dusts, mists & gases, along with biohazards / hazards (mechanical, electrical, burns, chemicals, radiation, sharp objects, etc.); Occasionally subject to noise, infectious waste, diseases & conditions.
- Includes the need to be physically & mentally capable to perform nursing processes.
Work Contact Group: - All services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.
Supervised By: - Team Leader, Clinical Coordinator, Unit Manager/Director, and Clinical Services/Nursing Administration.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned. Pay Range: $36.65- $56.95 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.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.