Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown

Sign‐On BonusUp to a $25,000 sign‐on bonus for candidates who meet eligibility criteria.What You'll DoAssess, plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate nursing care for an assigned group of patientsServe as a primary or accountable nurse based on unit assignment and patient safety needsEducate patients and families on health promotion, treatment plans, and disease managementUtilize pharmacology knowledge to safely administer medications in accordance with UHS policiesSupport effective resource use, including staffing, time management, supplies, and servicesAdhere to all nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and UHS policiesParticipate in Nursing Shared Governance, Unit Council activities, and improvement initiativesContribute to peer review processes and integrate evidence‐based practice and nursing researchProvide a supportive learning environment for new employees, students, and clinical observersEngage in ongoing professional development, continuing education, and mandatory trainingPerform additional duties as assigned to support safe, effective patient careWhat We're Looking ForA compassionate, patient‐centered RN committed to delivering excellent careA nurse who is eager to learn, adaptable, and comfortable in a dynamic clinical environmentA collaborative team member who values communication and shared successA professional who upholds the New York State Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code of Ethics, and UHS standardsA responsible, flexible caregiver dedicated to clinical excellence and continuous growthEducation & ExperienceMinimum Required:Graduate of an accredited School of NursingPreferred:Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)Previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory settingLicensure & CertificationsMinimum Required:Current New York State Registered Nurse LicensePreferred:CCRN certificationAdditional skills certifications as required (e.g., ACLS, PALS, TNCC)Work EnvironmentWork is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients.Rooms are air conditioned and heated.Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting.Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants.PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by Infection Control policiesAge of Patients ServedAll Age GroupsHIPAA Roles‐Based Access to Patient InformationLevel 3: Clinical ‐ Access to non‐restricted patient information