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Registered Nurse - Cardiac Surgery

Ellis Medicine
Schenectady, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 6/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026

Ellis Medicine has GENEROUS and FLEXIBLE benefits offerings!

TOP PAY. TOP BENEFITS.

And, support that values you.

At Ellis, we don’t just hire nurses. We invest in them. And, with better staffing levels, you have time to focus on what really matters: patient care. Not only will you enjoy exceptional pay and benefits, but you’ll be able to thrive in a more supportive working environment.

Questions?  Connect with a recruiter at:  recruitment@ellismedicine.org
The Registered Professional Nurse cares for patients by diagnosing and treating their responses to actual or potential health problems in the acute care setting through implementation of the nursing process. Coordinates care of other disciplines, delegates tasks to other nursing personnel, supervises care, provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes. Maintains competence in clinical practice and assists in the development of nursing practice standards through participation in professional committees and organizations.
 

Responsibilities:

  • Completes patient assessment using subjective and objective data sources.
  • Evaluates assessment data and establishes nursing diagnoses.
  • Prioritizes patient needs including physiological, social, psychological, spiritual, age specific and selects diagnoses which can be reasonably addressed in the acute care episode.
  • Develops an individualized PCP based on patient assessment using nursing practice standards and protocols, realistic measurable outcomes/goal and timeframes for goal achievement according to patient condition and age.
  • Delivers patient care as outlined in the PCP and patient response to interventions.
  • Assigns patient care tasks to and observes care given by non-RN staff members.
  • Evaluates patient care and assesses the level and timeliness of outcome achievement, utilizing input from pertinent members of the healthcare team, including the patient/family.
  • Communicates the patient’s plan of care to all members of the healthcare team, including the medical record.
  • Organizes and communicates nursing care assignments/tasks/responsibilities based upon patient acuity/need and staff education/skill/job description.
  • Assesses the patient's teaching needs as part of the initial and ongoing assessment, sets goals and develops teaching plans consistent with the patient’s educational level, learning readiness, and age.
  • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to implement and /or coordinate the teaching plan focusing on wellness, health maintenance and restoration.
  • Provides a safe environment based upon the patient's condition and age.
  • Assumes responsibility for education and self- development.
  • Participates in nursing performance improvement and interdisciplinary research and study activities as required.
  • Adheres to institutional policies and procedures.

Requirements:

  • Graduation from an accredited RN program required.
  • Current licensure in NYS or eligibility for a limited permit to practice is required.
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred; candidates without a BSN will be required to start a program within 2 years of hire and complete by year 6 of employment.
  • A minimum of 1 year of acute care experience preferred.
  • A current BLS is required.
  • Current certification in ACLS, PALS and
  • NRP may be required depending on unit scope.
  • Board Certification preferred.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will prohibit, discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, domestic violence victim status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal, state and, where applicable, local laws , reproductive health decisions or source of payment, consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.

Salary Range:  $41.00-58.08/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 within the stated range based on location.

Salary : $39 - $66

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