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Rochester Regional Health Registered Nurse Level IV Pulmonary Care & Telemetry Unit (4100/4200) in ROCHESTER, New York
Description 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. The 4100/4200 Unit at Unity Hospital is a moderately-acute telemetry unit that specializes in the care of patients with a wide range of medical conditions, with a particular focus on pulmonary care. We provide patient-centered care to a diverse population, offering unique opportunities for nurses and healthcare professionals to advance their clinical expertise in both telemetry and respiratory care. This unit is dynamic, challenging, and deeply rewarding for those passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Key Features of the 4100/4200 Unit: Diverse and High-Acuity Patient Population: Telemetry & Acute Medical Conditions: Care for patients requiring continuous monitoring for a variety of acute medical conditions, with a strong emphasis on cardiac and respiratory monitoring. Pulmonary Care: Specializes in the care of ventilator patients and other high-acuity respiratory conditions. The unit works closely with the Pulmonology and Respiratory Therapy teams to manage patients with complex respiratory illnesses such as ARDS, COPD exacerbations, and pulmonary edema. Drug & Alcohol Withdrawal: Assessment using the CIWA protocol, stabilization, and transitioning patients to appropriate rehabilitation care when necessary. Complex Wound Care: Expertise in managing patients with wound vacs, pressure ulcers, and other complex wound care needs. Critical Infusions & Pain Management: Management of patients requiring Insulin drips, Cardizem drips, Heparin drips, and Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) for pain relief. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: The unit emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork, ensuring collaboration between nurses, physicians, social workers, respiratory therapists, wound care experts, and other healthcare professionals. This ensures a holistic approach to patient care, especially for those with complex, multi-system conditions. Empowering Work Environment: Nurse Autonomy & Empowerment: Nurses on the 4100/4200 Unit have the autonomy to make critical decisions and act as advocates for their patients, all while being supported by a strong leadership team. Comprehensive Onboarding & Mentoring: Our onboarding process is designed to support new nurses, ensuring they are well-prepared to succeed. Continuous mentorship and ongoing professional support are key aspects of career development on this unit. Inclusive & Positive Culture: We foster a work environment where every team member is valued and supported. Our nurses recognize the emotional and physical challenges of caring for high-acuity patients, and we actively promote work-life balance and well-being. Professional Development: Nurses are encouraged to pursue continuing education in pulmonary care, telemetry monitoring, and wound management, with opportunities for advanced certifications and training. Why Choose the 4100/4200 Unit? The 4100/4200 Unit offers a unique and dynamic environment for nurses who wish to specialize in both pulmonary care, telemetry and high-acuity patient management . Nurses on this unit gain invaluable ex erience in managing ventilator patie