RN ICU Manager / Critical Care Registered Nurse - (US-NY-Liverpool - 13090)

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: 57584671
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A growing ACUTE CARE HOSPITAL in Syracuse, NY is expanding services. The hospital is seeking a NURSE MANAGER for the ICU / RN to add to their team.MUST HAVE five (5) years progressive nursing experience that demonstrates skill and competence in a leadership role. * Minimum of one (1) actual unit experience is required.

* LOCATED in the center of New York State, the city of Syracuse is in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region 40 minutes of Lake Ontario and 15 minutes of Lake Oneida. A short distance from Rochester, Albany, Canada, the St. Lawrence River, the Adirondack Mountains and the Thousand Islands. There is a large selection of year round sports which includes many snow skiing and summer resorts and many tournament class golf courses. There is a Casino with regular scheduled Las Vegas quality shows and concerts. This metro area has 156k people living in the city and 456k in the county. There is a international airport with direct jet service to most major cities in the US. High quality education available. There is a large selection of inexpensively priced private schools. Some schools, both private and public, are nationally renowned for their academics and sports programs. There many colleges and universities in the region with Division One ranked football, basketball & lacrosse programs.There is a nationally ranked minor league hockey team and a triple a minor league baseball team The community is ethically diverse with many churches of varied denominations, synagogues, temples and mosques. There are private theater groups, museums, a symphony orchestra, many year round festivals, many good restaurants to choose from and a regional IMAX Theater and Science Center. The job market is high tech in nature with health care research, a teaching hospital, a large pharmaceutical manufacturer and many engineering companies such as Welch Allen and Lockheed Martin to name a few. There are many highways and very low traffic congestion. Homes and apartment are inexpensive. There is a rapidly expanding regional shopping mall located in the heart of the city. The region has many rolling hills and lakes. Moderate summer climate with average temperatures in the mid to high 70's. Seasonal climate changes are colorful. Low crime rate. Syracuse is a creative, vibrant, healthy and thriving community.

* COMPENSATION ranges from $38.9k per yr./$20.76 per hour, with 1 year experience to $52.4k per year / $27.98 per hour for 8 or more years of experience. Minimum of one (1) year experience is required.

* WORK SCHEDULE (approximate) Shifts are 12 hours. Start Times are 7:00 am to 7:00 pm or 11 am to 11 pm (permanent evenings) Weekend Rotation is 1 x 3 with a possible Holiday Rotation.

* LICENSE and EDUCATION required is a application for or possession of a New York State license. Certification in specialty is preferred but not required but a CCRN would be a plus. Must possess current certification in BCLS & ACLS. PALS is plus.

* JOB DESCRIPTION:
* responsible for managing the human and material resources of the nursing unit in order to provide quality patient care in a cost effective manner and establish an environment conducive to staff growth and positive morale.* Provide constant monitoring, assessment and expert treatment.
* Possess the knowledge of the latest techniques and equipment for life support.
* Devise a nursing plan and assure that plan is carried out.
* Coordinate tests and diagnostic procedures.
* Possess a high level of judgment, initiative, good communication skill, emotional support skill.
* Maintain strong and stable emotional control while working in a environment of crisis.
* Possess the knowledge of emergency procedures, techniques and the use of special unit equipment.
* Prescribe medication and treatment
* Assist physicians during exams and treatment.
* Monitor and record patient condition, notifying physician when appropriate.
* Provide direction to licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) and other non-licensed nursing personnel.
* Support the Medical Staff pursuant to the objectives of the hospital.
* Collaborate with other health team members.
* Adhere to the philosophy, policies and goals of the facility and department.

* BENEFITS : Union Employees ( Non-Exempt) - IRC Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Tax savings are available through Premium Conversion, Dependent Care Spending Accounts and Health Care Spending Accounts.
1.) HEALTH INSURANCE: There are four (4) health insurance plans to choose from and two (2) dental plans Coverage is effective the first of the month following a three-month (90 day) waiting period. Discounts for hospital services including an employee pharmacy are provided.
2.) VACATION, PERSONAL & SICK TIME : Up to 4 weeks of vacation is accrued after completion of one year of employment. Every (5) years 1 more day is accrued. Sick time is accrued up to 11days per year. Personal time is four (4) days p