Registered Nurse - Cardiac and Vascular Care

Registered Nurse - Cardiac and Vascular Care

Job Details

Job Ref:

R0090579

Category:

Registered Nurse

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Health Care Partner:

Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Location:

75 Beekman St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

Department:

CVPH - CVC

Job Type:

Regular

Primary Shift:

Night

Hours:

7:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Estimated Hours per Week:

36

Bi-Weekly Hours:

72

Weekend Needs:

Every Other

Pay Rate:

$38.31 - $56.70 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

Job description:

Our nurses are a critical part of the UVM Health team. We celebrate their daily contributions and the positive impact they have on our patients and their health.

At University of Vermont Health, you will work with a diverse group of nurses, physicians, and specialty practitioners who personally care about their patients and community. No matter the location, every employee has a hand in contributing to the wellness of patients. You'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect at UVM Health.

Unit Description: Cardiac and Vascular Care (CVC) is a 16-bed unit designated for cardiac and procedural patients requiring a brief hospitalization. Our Registered Nurses care for a variety of patients including those recovering from surgery, interventional radiology procedures, invasive cardiology procedures; including ST-elevation myocardial infarction, non ST-segment myocardial infarction patients, patients requiring percutaneous coronary interventions, and patients requiring antiarrhythmic medication initiation.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and coordination care for the post-procedural extended recovery, and/or the observational care patient in the Cardiac Vascular Care Unit.

• Management of patient care utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient outcomes.

• Directs and guides the delivery of nursing care, patient education, and all care related activities, while maintaining standards of professional nursing collaborating with other disciplines as appropriate.

• Required to float on a rotational basis.

Education/Skills Required:

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.

• Currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.

• BLS or ACLS required with ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.

• Meets requirements of physical/pre-placement screening.

• Minimum of one year of nursing experience preferred.

• Completion of Cardiac Rhythm course within 3 to 6 months required.

• Completion of Critical Care course within 3 to 6 months required.

• Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.

• Ability to anticipate, prioritize, perform and complete multiple job responsibilities in a timely manner.

• As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.

Floating: Required to float rotationally.

Incentives: Position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, subject to terms, conditions, and change.

On-call: Not required.

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of New York required.

• Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

Our Total Rewards package includes:

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Eligible employees can choose between 4 medical, 3 dental, and 2 vision plans. Offering extensive coverage with flexible rates.

Flexible Spending Account

Take money out of your paycheck on a pre-tax basis to pay for eligible expenses

Retirement Benefits

(403b)

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions

Insurance Benefits (Life, Short-Term, Long-Term)

Feel secure with extensive life insurance plans, along with short-term and long-term disability

CTO/PTO: Paid time off

CTO combines time off into a single program. Providing paid time off for holidays, sick time, vacation, and personal days.

Additional benefits may include:

Employee Discounts

Employees are eligible for discounts at a wide range of businesses. From Automotive and Banking expenses to seasonal discounts on ski passes.

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Counseling and other forms of support to help ensure a healthy personal and professional lifestyle.

Tuition Reimbursement

Eligible employees have access to a simple and expansive tuition reimbursement system.

Employee Referral Program

Encourage your talented network to apply for a job, and you may qualify for a Referral Bonus. Amounts vary by location.

Relocation Assistance

$6,000 relocation award and up to 2 months furnished housing for select roles.

On-Site Food Service

Enjoy reasonably priced meals that include locally sourced and organic options.

*not available at all locations

Pet Insurance

Employees are eligible for discounted pricing on America's #1 pet insurance

About the Area

The Champlain Valley is characterized by its working landscapes; undulating hills, meadows and pastures rolling down to the waters of giant Lake Champlain, the largest lake in the U.S. behind the Great Lakes. Plattsburgh, a picturesque community of 38,000, offers a cost of living just below the national average. The perfect place to raise a family, the area features excellent schools both public and private. The State University of New York also has a branch here with 6,200 students boasting a large international population and solid nursing program. Site Selection Magazine has chosen Plattsburgh as a top city in the nation for business development for the past eight years.

In addition, Policom Corp has ranked Plattsburgh as the top micropolitan in New York and the 27th in the nation. As far as recreational opportunities, Plattsburgh and the Champlain Valley offer incredible year-round activities. From boating, biking, and fishing in the summer, to skiing and ice skating in the winter months. Nearby Lake Placid, host of the 1980 Winter Olympics and 2023 FISU World University Games, is a hub for recreation. The historic Strand Theater serves as the anchor of downtown Plattsburgh, and dozens of museums and historic attractions share the region’s rich history.

With exciting relocation and signing incentives and assistance, moving to upstate New York has never been an easier decision.

Joining our team has its perks:

• We encourage professional growth and development

• We ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued

• We offer structured preceptorships and continuing education

• We are committed to great patient ratios

• Our team culture is unlike what you’ll find at other hospitals

• We’ve made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment

• Nurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance

Fast Facts

2,236

Employees

88,636

Serves 88,636 people in our region

334

300 licensed hospital beds and 34 skilled nursing beds

21

Medical practices

230

Physicians

383,646

Patient care encounters at our hospital and clinics