RN Resident- Cardiovascular Stepdown Unit D5- Syracuse
Eligible for recruitment bonus up to $8000 for qualified Graduate Nurses!!
Our graduate nurse residency and orientation program provides a strong supportive environment with resources and education to meet the individual needs of each new RN. We develop strong, confident nurses who adjust well to independent practice while gaining experience, time management and critical thinking skills. This unit is part of our new and advanced Virtual Connected Care Together Team nursing model that integrates experienced telemedicine RNs into care assignments, thus helping with the workload. We offer a strong orientation program and opportunities for continued education and growth. If you are looking for dynamic learning opportunities with complex medical treatments and continual advancements, then we invite you to join our team.
Unit D5 is a cardiovascular step-down unit caring for patients admitted for interventional cardiac procedures, medical cardiology, vascular surgery and the designated stroke unit. We serve patients with a variety of acute medical, cardiac, vascular and respiratory conditions. We monitor class I telemetry and manage cardiac drips.
St. Joseph’s Health is an American Heart Association Cardiovascular Center of Excellence and was named Best Regional Hospital for 2019-2020 by U.S. News, Becker’s named St. Joseph’s Health in the Top 100 Hospitals in the U.S. for Heart Surgery and recognized as one of the 2020 Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health.
Specialized training includes CORE EKG class to monitor class II telemetry and stroke competency instruction. We encourage and participate in the NICHE program for our geriatric population. We incorporate a relationship-based care team nursing model to meet the needs of the patient population.
What you will do:
- Therapeutic nursing interventions and hands-on skills including EKG monitoring, tube feeds, dressing changes, and more. Patient education, goal setting, critical thinking, and care planning.
- Care for and provide treatment modalities.
- Collaborative team approach: SNAP rounding daily with interdisciplinary team of physicians, clinical affiliates, medical social work, care managers, nutrition, rehab services, spiritual care, and pharmacy.
- Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
- Utilizing the Nursing Process, plans, directs, and supervises the care of patients in addition to being involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families.
Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with GN permit and/or eligibility for licensure in the State of New York.
- Maintains current BLS/CPR certification.
- Participates in orientation, continuing education to maintain knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
Physical Demands:
- Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach.
Pay Range: $32.00 - $38.60
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.
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