The Emergency Department (ED) at Unity Hospital is a 70-bed, high-acuity unit that serves over 50,000 patients annually, providing exceptional care to a diverse population with both acute and chronic conditions. As a Primary Stroke Center and with multiple accreditations such as GEDA Silver Level and PACED Silver Level, the ED offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where nurses can develop advanced clinical skills while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Features of the Emergency Department:

• Specialized Emergency Care:
  • Critical Care & Trauma: Providing care to critically ill and injured patients, including trauma cases.
  • Stroke Management: As a Primary Stroke Center, the ED team is trained to manage acute strokes with speed and precision.
  • Cardiac Emergencies: Expertise in managing a variety of cardiac conditions, from acute MI to arrhythmias.
  • General Medical & Surgical Emergencies: Caring for a wide array of medical and surgical conditions that require immediate attention.
  • Pediatric Care: Treating both adult and pediatric patients, ensuring a well-rounded emergency care experience.

• Collaborative Team Environment:
  • Work alongside a highly skilled and collaborative team of nurses, physicians, and emergency care professionals who prioritize clinical excellence.
  • Interdisciplinary Support: Close teamwork and communication with various healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Nurse Autonomy & Empowerment: Nurses are empowered to make independent decisions, advocate for patients, and contribute actively to the care process.

• Advanced Training & Professional Development:
  • Opportunities for Advanced Training: Specialized education in trauma, stroke care, and cardiac emergencies, ensuring that nurses continue to grow and excel.
  • Evidence-Based Care: The ED team uses state-of-the-art equipment and follows the latest evidence-based protocols to provide the best care possible.

• Dynamic, Fast-Paced Environment:
  • Experience a diverse patient population with a high volume of acute cases, offering nurses the chance to develop critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
  • The fast-paced environment encourages continuous learning, and nurses have the chance to work on a variety of medical emergencies, gaining a wide range of expertise.

Why Choose Unity Hospital's ED?

The Emergency Department at Unity Hospital offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for nurses who want to make a real impact every shift. The dynamic setting, high-acuity cases, and culture of teamwork and respect make it a place where nurses thrive. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration, nurse empowerment, and advanced training opportunities, the ED is an ideal environment for nurses seeking to advance their clinical skills in one of the most demanding and rewarding fields of healthcare.

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: Emergency Department (ED)

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.