Special Procedures Nurse

Special Procedures NurseDepartment: MFS EchocardiographyLocation:Millard Fillmore SuburbanLocation of Job: US:NY:WilliamsvilleWork Type: Per-DiemScheduled Work Hours:VariableShift 9 Job DescriptionAssesses and treats human responses to actual and potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and provision of care supportive or restorative of life and well-being. Executes medical regimens prescribed by a licensed physician, dentist or other licensed health care provider legally authorized under the NYS Education Department and in accordance with NYS Department of Health regulations. Adheres to current Kaleida policies and standards of practice. Education And Credentials Current NYS Registration as a Registered professional Nurse/RN Permit required upon hire and must be maintained thereafter.Special Procedures RNs MFS- GI, Imaging, IR, Urology and Echocardiography must obtain American Heart Association ACLS by 12/31/2021 and must be maintained thereafter, employees hired after 1/26/2021 into GI, Imaging, IR, Urology and Echocardiography must obtain ACLS within 6 months of transferring into the positionExperience **For Registered Nurse clinical positions, internal applicants must have been employed in the same job title as the per diem position for which they are applying or in a comparable area of practice. Internal applicants must have a minimum of nine (9) continuous months of comparable work experience within two (2) years of the time the per diem job is posted. External applicants must have a minimum of one (1) continuous year of comparable work experience within two (2) years of the time the per diem job is posted. All applicants will be required to satisfy all orientation/probationary requirements.**Working Conditions Job DetailsStandard Hours Bi-Weekly:15.00FTE: 0.200000Weekend/Holiday Requirement:NoOn Call Required:NoWith Rotation:Work Arrangement: OnsiteUnion Code: U15 - CWA 1168 Millard Suburban RNRequisition ID#: 17207Grade: RN2Pay Frequency: Bi-WeeklySalary Range:$41.29-$57.69*Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.Kaleida Healths mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission- critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!

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