Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular ICU

Role Overview

This position involves providing comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population in a high-acuity environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Serve as a primary or accountable nurse based on unit needs
• Educate patients and families on health promotion and disease management
• Safely administer medications following policies
• Support resource utilization, including staffing and supplies
• Ensure compliance with nursing standards, regulations, and policies
• Participate in shared governance, quality improvement, and peer review
• Mentor new staff and students
• Perform Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator duties when assigned
• Engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education
• Participate in clinical ladder opportunities as expertise grows

Qualifications & Skills

• Compassionate, patient-centered RN with strong communication and teamwork skills
• Open-minded and eager to learn in a high-acuity setting
• Adheres to the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code of Ethics, and organizational standards
• Flexible, accountable, and committed to professional growth

Education & Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing School (minimum)
• Preferred: BSN, clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care
• Current New York State RN License (minimum)
• Preferred: CCRN and additional certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS)

Work Environment

Fast-paced, requiring frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting, and working with PPE. Exposure to cleaning solutions and disinfectants in patient care areas.

Patient Demographics

All age groups served.

Access & Supervision

All staff have level 4 access to patient information; supervision of staff not applicable.