Registered Nurse - Cardiac Surgery Office (Monday - Friday)

Assists with the daily operations of the practice by rooming of patients for office visits. Collects accurate data such as history from patient, review of medications, review of systems, and the chief complaint. Responsible for triage patient calls and relays accurate information to the physician and the patient. Responsible for patient and family teaching as directed by the physician and/or mid-level provider. Documents exams dictated by the physician or mid-level provider in a precise and detailed manner. Performs tasks such as assisting with minor surgery, and recording accurate vital signs. Projects a positive image for the practice and acts as a role model for the mission of the practice. Maintains confidentiality at all times following HIPAA guidelines.

Position Highlights:

• Shared Governance: Open door guiding principle gives all our nurses a voice.
• Professional Relationships: Strong rapport with the care team of medical assistants, secretaries, LPN, and physician group.
• Advancement: Strong orientation program.
• Work/Life: Regular schedules to balance your work/life and school calendars.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Career Path:

• Career advancement to leadership roles as team leader, preceptor, mentor, coordinator/management.

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.

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure, or eligibility for licensure, in the State of New York.
• Maintains current BLS/CPR certification.
• Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Work Environment and Hazards:

• Clinical setting. Exposure Class I

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.

Work Contact Group:

• All services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.

Supervised By:

• Team Leader, Clinical Coordinator, Practice Manager, and Clinical Services/Nursing Administration.

Pay Range: $28.80 - $41.40

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.