Registered Nurse Cardiac ICU

Description Job Title: Registered Nurse - Cardiac ICU Department: Cardiac - CICU Location: Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week: Full-Time (36 hours per week) Schedule: NIGHTS, Every Other Weekend, Every Other 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. Join our Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) and become part of a highly skilled team dedicated to caring for patients with complex, life-threatening cardiovascular conditions. This high-acuity environment offers Registered Nurses the opportunity to provide advanced, evidence-based care for critically ill cardiac patients. CICU nurses play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient outcomes. This is an outstanding opportunity for nurses seeking to expand their critical care skills, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care Performs 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. Compliance 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 Nursing Registered Nurse license in New York State. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. At least 6 months RN experience preferred EDUCATION: AS: Nursing (Required) 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. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA) RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED) PAY RANGE: $40.94 - $54.58 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determine