HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:

At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting healthcare right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.

• Health & Wellness Benefits starting Your First Day

• Personal Time that includes Vacation Time, Sick Time & Holidays

• Retirement Savings Program

• Same Day Pay through DailyPay

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement

• Certification

• Enhanced Shift Differentials

• Employee Discount Programs

• Free Parking

As a Registered Nurse Level IV, you will leverage your clinical expertise and leadership skills to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients. Additionally, you will serve as a mentor to fellow team members, providing guidance and support to ensure the highest standards of care on the unit.

2400 Unit at Unity Hospital – Nursing Excellence in Complex, Nursing Intensive Patients, Stroke & Palliative Care DNV Certified

The 2400 Unit at Unity Hospital is a 12-bed, high-acuity unit dedicated to the specialized care of patients with complex medical conditions and multiple comorbidities. It provides exceptional nursing care in a collaborative and nurse-driven environment. As a DNV Certified Stroke and Palliative Care Unit, it prioritizes patient-centered care and ensures a comprehensive, holistic approach to each patient’s needs.

Key Features of the 2400 Unit:

• Patient Population:
  • Telemetry & Cardiac Care: Patients with conditions such as heart failure, rapid atrial fibrillation, and those requiring continuous IV medications (e.g., Insulin drips, Lasix, Heparin, and cardiac medications).
  • Complex Comorbidities: Includes care for conditions like acute respiratory distress, tracheostomy care, and ventilator management.
  • High Nursing Monitoring: Critical care management including peritoneal dialysis, hourly assessments (vitals, neuro checks, BG levels), and management of high CIWA scores (delirium tremens).
  • Intensive Medical Interventions: Care involving multiple blood products, electrolyte replacement therapy, and advanced wound care techniques.

• Nurse-Driven Unit:
  • This is an open unit, where nursing assessments and clinical judgment drive patient transfer decisions. Nurses are empowered to determine when a patient needs the advanced care offered by this unit.
  • Patients are transferred to the 2400 Unit based on their need for increased nursing time and attention, ensuring that each individual receives the appropriate level of care.

• Collaborative Team Environment:
  • The unit fosters a strong teamwork culture, with healthcare professionals working in close partnership to deliver superior care.
  • Nurses have a high degree of autonomy and decision-making power in patient care, advocating for the best outcomes through thoughtful and evidence-based interventions.
  • A focus on professional development supports continuous learning, with specialized programs like Nurse Residency and mentorship designed to nurture nurses at every stage of their career.

• Advanced Skills Training:
  • The 2400 Unit offers specialized training in areas such as peritoneal dialysis and telemetry cardiac monitoring, strengthening nurses’ abilities to handle complex medical and cardiac conditions effectively.

Why Choose the 2400 Unit?

The 2400 Unit is an ideal environment for healthcare professionals eager to grow their expertise in critical care and complex patient management. The high-acuity nature of the unit, combined with the collaborative culture and focus on nurse-driven decision-making, makes it a dynamic and fulfilling place to work. Nurses here have the opportunity to refine their clinical skills while providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive and empowering environment.

This role is part of the Registered Nurse Level IV / Clinical Nurse IV must complete the following:

• Complete the Clinical Ladder binder within 12 months of employment

• Minimum of 5 activities in each Pillar (Leadership, Quality, and Organizational Contribution)

• 15 Continuing education units (CEU's)

• 20 Flex items

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Unity Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - 2400

SCHEDULE: Day/Evening/Night - Every other weekend / holiday

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.

• Minimum of 6 months experience as a registered nurse.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assessment. Perform initial and ongoing assessment of the patient; demonstrate exceptional clinical judgment and advanced assessment skills; communicate and document assessment with interdisciplinary team; utilize all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family
• Planning & Implementation. Develop and document plan of care, treatment and services; collaborate interdisciplinary health team to deliver care; maintains an appropriate nurse-patient relationship and provides an exceptional experience for the patient and family
• Evaluation & Education. Evaluate, communicate and document patient responses to care; revise plan of care based on ongoing evaluations; ensure the patient receives and understands education/training specific to their needs and abilities 
• Training. Provide training for new team members on the unit; assume role of teacher for nursing students and other students shadowing on the unit; act as a resource for other team members for both clinical and non-clinical matters

EDUCATION:

BS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$38.22 - $50.96Rochester14626

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.