Registered Nurse - Electrophysiology Lab - Per Diem

Now is the time to join our exceptional team known for quality care and excellent outcomes. This exciting career offers a strong orientation program and opportunities for continued education and growth. Join the growing field of Electrophysiology and be on the cutting edge of treatment for cardiac arrhythmias in our Cardiovascular Institute. We invested in state-of-the-art technology consisting of 2 labs and 1 procedure room. The procedures include tilt table testing, implantation of loop recorders, pacemakers and internal cardiac defibrillators, electrophysiology studies with cryoablation and/or ablation utilizing different mapping systems. Working with a team of credentialed electrophysiologists, we provide inpatient and outpatient procedures Monday - Friday. Our highly trained nurses provide comprehensive interdisciplinary care for stable and critically ill patient populations.

About the Role

The Registered Nurse participates in various roles to ensure quality patient care is provided with optimum outcomes. RN roles range from direct patient care to supervisory or consultative services in various settings within our network. Our dedicated nursing staff attend orientation classes that may include CORE EKG, end of life, respiratory care and many specialty classes depending on area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate, communicate, and facilitate optimal provision of care through computerized and/or digital platforms supporting daily management of care.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the patient's plan of care from admission to discharge.
• Utilize clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and principles of case management and adult education to coordinate, implement, and support the plan of care.
• Monitor quality metrics specific to the department and ensure complete and accurate documentation in the patient record.
• Ensure quality care is rendered to all patients in accordance with New York Regulatory Agencies, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
• Maintain current knowledge of basic health care economics, trends, and reimbursement methodologies and apply this knowledge to daily practice.
• Recognize situations that require immediate intervention.
• Continue to develop professionally and apply knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to each patient.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.
• Baccalaureate Degree in the Science of Nursing (BSN) preferred, according to NYS requirements.
• Specialty credentialing and educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area preferred.
• Maintain all licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements.
• Participate in continuing education and update and maintain knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

GN’s or RN’s with less than 1-year experience should apply to the Graduate Nurse Residency positions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.
• 403B retirement plan and education assistance.
• Onsite fitness center and option for daily pay.
• Strong education program, generous tuition allowance, and clinical ladder incentives.
• Job share opportunities to enhance satisfaction and growth.
• Onsite parking for only $6 per pay.

Pay

Pay Range: $39.90 - $55.85 per hour. 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 based on location.

About Us

Located in the heart of central New York, St. Joseph’s is one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery and one of America’s 100 Best for Spine Surgery and Coronary Intervention according to Healthgrades. It is ranked by Consumer Reports among the top 15 heart surgery centers in the country, a designated Stroke Center, a U.S. News “Best Regional Hospital” and “Best Maternity Hospital”. With a comprehensive range of primary-care practices, mental health services, women's and infants' care, and oncology services, St. Joseph’s Health network offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Our high-quality specialty and mental health services aim to coordinate the continuum of care as a compassionate healing presence to improve all aspects of health.