Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular ICU
Cherry Hill Free Clinic · Johnson City, NY · Yesterday
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
Provides comprehensive nursing care in a high-acuity CVICU environment, serving as a primary or accountable nurse based on unit needs.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate patient care
- Educate patients and families on health promotion and disease management
- Administer medications safely following policies
- Support resource utilization, including staffing and supplies
- Ensure compliance with nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and policies
- Participate in shared governance, quality improvement, peer review, and evidence-based practices
- Mentor new employees and students
- Perform Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator duties when assigned
- Engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education
- Contribute to the Clinical Ladder Program as expertise develops
Qualifications
- Compassionate, empathetic RN committed to patient-centered care
- Open-minded, eager to learn, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Strong team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Upholds the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code of Ethics, and organizational standards
- Flexible, accountable, and dedicated to continuous growth
Education & Certifications
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Preferred: BSN and clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care
- Minimum: Current NY State RN license
- Preferred: CCRN and additional certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, TNCC)
Work Environment & Patient Demographics
Operates in clinical and patient care areas, serving patients of all ages, with exposure to various equipment and infection control protocols.