CARDIOVASCULAR & THORACIC

*7-1200 - Thoracic/Plastics - Level I - II
FT positions available. D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy.
Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize a patient assignment.  Participates in unit goal groups.  Participates in unit education program by resenting or coordinating and educational offering.  For Level I, must demonstrate ability to work in a fast paced environment.  Ability to successfully complete dysrhythmia and unit medication administration test. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*7-1200 - Thoracic/Plastics - Nurse Leader
FT position available.  D/E/N, 8 & 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy 
Cardiothoracic experience required.  Demonstrates ability to function in the leadership role.  Ability to work collaboratively with all members of the health care team and coordinate a multidisciplinary approaches to care.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*7-1400 – Cardiovascular Surgery Progressive Care - Nurse Leader
FT position available, D/E/N, weekends and holidays per unit policy.
Exciting opportunity to impact the health of pre and post operative cardiac and vascular patients by functioning as clinical leader within the context of the multidisciplinary team of health care professionals. Responsibilities will include clinical leadership and oversight for all nursing practice functions on the floor. In addition, the person will assume a leadership role in educating, coordinating, communicating and allocating unit resources, as well as providing support and leadership to unit based staff. The candidate will preferably have a BS degree. Recent acute care experience required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*7-1600 - Cardiovascular Intensive Care - Level II - Level III
Weekend Scheduling Option – PT – 24 hours – (Two 12-hr weekend shifts) or FT – 36 hours (Three - 12-hr weekend shifts).  Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team setting caring for MI, open heart and heart transplant patients All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*7-3600 - Cardiology Step-down - Level I - Level III
FT position available.  D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy.
Minimum of one year acute care experience, cardiology preferred.  Understanding of case management practice model.  Demonstrates ability to prioritize and problem solve in a fast paced environment.  For Level III, must have experience in precepting new staff.  Demonstrates strong leadership and mentoring skills.  Experience in developing educational programs, QA monitoring and analysis and chairing unit committees.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Electrophysiology Lab - Level III
FT/PT positions available, D/E, 8 & 12 hour shifts, on-call responsibilities.  Schedule requires flexibility pending when patient procedures are scheduled. 
Experience in providing care to adult and pediatric patients undergoing procedures completed in the EP Lab.  Intensive care or extensive cardiac experience required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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Cancer Center - James P. Wilmot Cancer Center

* Hematology-Oncology/Med Treatment Center - Level II - III
FT position available, primarily days, 8 hour shifts 
Recent acute care and Hematology-Oncology experience preferred. Responsibilities include: care coordination, infusion activity, telephone management, and patient education.   Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be autonomous in decision-making, and have excellent assessment skills.  Seeking a team-focused professional to join our progressive unit. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*4-1200 – Palliative Care/General Medicine – Level II
FT position available, D/E/N, 12 hour shifts, weekends & holidays per unit policy.
One-year recent acute med/surg experience preferred.  Flexibility, enthusiastic and willing to care for a varied patient population in a changing environment a must!  Good, effective communication skills coupled with good critical thinking skills.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*6-1400 - Surgical Oncology/ Urology - Level I - III
FT/PT positions available, D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy. 
One-year recent med/surg or oncology experience a plus.  Flexibility, a strong belief in teamwork, a positive attitude, and a willingness to care for a varied patient population in a changing environment a must!  Good communication skills coupled with effective critical thinking will enhance your transition to a new team. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*8-1200 - Bone Marrow Transplant - Level I - II
FT positions available.  D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, every other weekend and holiday.
Experience the exciting opportunity to work with a highly functioning team of health care professionals caring for adult, pediatric, and critical care oncology population.  Outpatient BMT services also provided on 8-1200. Good interpersonal and problem solving skills necessary.  Experience the rewards of extensive patient and family teaching opportunities.  One-year acute care experience in medicine, pediatrics, or oncology preferred. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator - Level III
FT/PT position available, primarily days, some extended hours and weekends.
RN with minimum 3 years experience in BMT or Heme/Onc nursing to be an active member of our interdisciplinary outpatient transplant program.  Position will be involved in clinical care, coordinator activities, patient and staff education.  Individual must be flexible, have the ability to work cohesively in a team or independently, have advance skills of organization, communication and the ability to multi-task.  OCN preferred.  Positive attitude a must.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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AMBULATORY NURSING

*** New Position – All Inpatient/Outpatient Units and Emergency Department***
Safety and Infection Prevention Nurse Liaison – Senior Level III
In addition to the delivery of patient care, assumes responsibility for collaborating with the Hospital’s Safety Prevention and Infection Control Committee. Promotes safe care delivery; ensures Ambulatory staff, clinical and non-clinical adherence to the scientifically accepted principles of infection prevention; assists in monitoring of staff performance concerning the prevention of hospital acquired infections and works with the NM to achieve targeted outcomes reflective of safe and effective delivery of care. Role expectations for this position reflect appointment in the clinical advancement system, with activities that include; service excellence; safety in clinical practice; professional development and evidenced based practice. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Radiology - Level II - III
FT/PT positions, D/E/N, 8 hour shifts, some weekends, holidays and on call responsibilities per unit policy.
If you have the desire to be an active member of an interdisciplinary team, with at least 2 years acute care experience and want to learn new skills or expand on current skills, this is the place for you! Responsibilities include complicated procedures, interventions and diagnostic studies. Positions available for expanded services in the areas of MRI, CT, and interventional radiology.  Critical care and/or telemetry experience preferred. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Ophthalmology – Level II
Per diem, primarily days, 8 hour shifts
Cover full time RN staff for scheduled training and other days away, ill call, vacations. Excellent IV skills, current CPR certification, demonstrated ability to prioritize and flexibility required. Will also include close support for minor procedural activity. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Fetal Monitoring Lab/Special Care Clinic – Level II
PT position available (20 hours/week), day shift
Responsible for electronic fetal monitoring and care for women in the high-risk obstetric clinic of women in the ambulatory setting.  Patient education including fetal movement assessment, symptom assessment and making healthy choices during pregnancy and telephone triage.  Must have recent obstetric nursing experience with certification in fetal monitoring.  Requires travel to off site offices. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Orthopaedics--Clinton Crossings - Level II-III
PT 24 hr position available, primarily days. 
RN to work in a busy Orthopaedic practice.  Responsibilities include direct care of ambulatory Orthopaedic pts, brace fitting, setting up and assisting with procedures, medication administration, patient and staff education, charge nurse duties, JC preparation and performance improvement activities. Must be able to work in a very fast paced environment, able to multitask and lead a team in providing optimal patient care and throughput.   Able to represent the strong commitment with staff and patients. NYS license and a minimum of three years of experience is required.  Prior experience in ambulatory care and/or Orthopaedics is preferred.  Internal applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment at Box 619-19.

*AC6 - Pediatrics - Level II - III
FT position available. Primarily days, some evenings and Saturdays as per unit policy.
Accountable for provision of proficient patient care, including service to patients with complex needs. Excellent communication skills, ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and accountable for delegating tasks to ensure patient care needs are met. Demonstrates ability to function independently as well as organize, prioritize and deliver care in a fast paced environment with multiple care providers. Previous Pediatric experience required.  Phone triage skills desirable. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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OB/GYN

The Obstetrical/Gynecological nursing service is the cornerstone for Strong's comprehensive and coordinated women's health care program. As regional leader in obstetrics, reproductive endocrinology, and gynecologic oncology, we offer the opportunity to care for both low risk and women with complex medical and psychosocial problems. More than 3,500 deliveries and 2,500 surgical procedures are performed annually at Strong, offering nurses a wide variety of both inpatient and outpatient experiences. nterdisciplinary case management and family centered care are hallmarks of this service

*3-1200 – High Risk Antepartum/Postpartum - Level I - II
FT/PT position available, D/N, 8 hour shifts, 3 out of 6 holidays, every other weekend.
Provide direct care to high-risk antepartum and postpartum women with medically or obstetrically complicated pregnancies. Collaborate with physicians, nurse midwives and social workers to provide the highest quality care to the high risk patient population.  Demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to prioritize and problem solve.  OB experience helpful but not necessary.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*3-1400 - Labor & Delivery - Level II
FT positions available. D/N, 8 & 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends, on call responsibilities.
Provide direct care to high-risk antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum women with medically or obstetrically complicated pregnancies, in collaboration with physicians and social workers in Labor and Delivery.  Demonstrates good communication skills and the ability to prioritize and problem solve in a fast paced environment.  Minimum one year OB or Critical Care experience preferred.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*3-1600/3-3600 - Birth Center – Nurse Leader
FT position available, D/E/N, 8 hour shifts, on call responsibilities
Serve as a resource and role model for staff. LDRP experience preferred. Responsibilities include: provision of care, participation in unit orientation, quality improvement activities, unit/service projects, management of unit based programs and advanced assessment skills. Provide direct patient care to low-moderate risk intrapartum , post partum women and their newborns in a collaborative environment.  Commitment to customer focused, family centered care with strong patient/family teaching techniques.  Demonstrates good interpersonal skills, strong prioritization and organizational skills, flexibility and clinical competence.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Women’s Health Position
PT position, days, 8 hour shifts, no holidays, no weekends, and no on-call responsibilities. Exciting new position!  Provide care to women in the perioperative setting.   Work collaboratively with OB/GYN providers to assist with counseling, teaching, pre-operative and intra-operative care. Demonstrates good organizational skills, clinical skills including IV skills, and ability to prioritize acute patient care. Assist with counseling and various contraceptive interventions.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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PEDIATRIC NURSING

Pediatric nursing offers challenges and rewards for those who enjoy working with children and their families at the Golisano Children's Hospital at Strong. As the regional referral center for neonatal and pediatric critical care, Strong nurses care for the most acutely ill neonates and children in their state of the art Pediatric ICU and Neonatal ICU. Other pediatric nursing units include those for children and adolescents. Ambulatory Center for Pediatrics provides primary care, specialty care and a treatment center for children needing procedures or infusions.

*3-2300 – Newborn Nursery/Special Care Nursery – Level I – II
FT/PT positions available, D/E/N, 8 –12 hour shifts, weekends and holidays per unit policy.  Provide direct patient care to newborns and stable premature neonates.  Strong emphasis on family centered care, teaching and multidisciplinary team work.  Newborn experienced preferred, with special care nursery experience highly desirable.  All interested candidates submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19

*3-3400 - Neonatal Intensive Care - Level I - II
FT/PT positions available.  D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, every other weekend and holidays per unit policy.
Demonstrates ability to work in a high tech, fast paced environment.  Excellent organizational and conflict resolution skills. Commitment to customer focused, family centered care. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*4-1400 - Adolescent Unit - Level I – III
FT/ PT positions available, D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, every other weekend and holidays per unit policy
Pediatric and/or acute care experience preferred. Commitment to customer focused, family centered care, focusing on the adolescent population and their unique psycho-social needs. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*4-1600 – Pediatric General Care Unit -Level I - III
FT/PT positions available, D/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, every other weekend, holidays per unit policy.
One year acute care experience within the past two years.  Pediatric experience preferred. Demonstrates ability to prioritize and problem solve in a fast paced environment.  Commitment to customer focused, family centered care with strong background in patient/family teaching techniques.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*4-3600 – Pediatric General Care Unit - Level I - III
FT/PT positions available, D/E/N & D/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, every other weekend, holidays per unit policy. Experienced applicants preferred but new graduates welcome. Comprehensive orientation program available. Diverse patient population includes general pediatric surgery and hematology/oncology specialties. Commitment to family centered care a must. Ability to prioritize a patient assignment in a challenging collaborative environment. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*4-2800-Pediatric Intensive Care Unit/Ped Cardiac Intensive Care Unit-Level I-III              FT/PT positions available, D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts available. On call responsibilities. Holidays and weekends per unit policy. Are you looking for something different?  Do you like working with kids and in a challenging environment?  Then we have an opportunity for you. We care for children with acute and chronic medical and surgical diagnoses, cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery, renal and liver transplants, trauma and burns. There is always something new to learn! Our specialty is care of critically ill children and their families.  This is a place where you can make a difference.  We are looking for RNs that are motivated to learn and who want to participate on our collaborative health care team.  Pediatric and/or critical care experience a plus but not necessary. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Pediatric Cath Lab Nurse - Pediatric Cardiology - Level II - III
Full-time position available, 8 hour days with on-call responsibilities
Function as member of the Pediatric Cardiology team with responsibilities in Pediatric Cardiac Cath Program and Ambulatory Pediatric Cardiology Clinic.  Provide direct care to pediatric and adult cardiology patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, including pre-procedural assessments, patient education, and discharge planning.  Act as circulation nurse during procedures.  Assist with telephone management for pediatric cardiology and cardiac catheterization patients. Participate in various aspects of outpatient clinic including exercise testing, holters and sedation procedures.  Pediatric experience and a minimum of 3 years acute care experience required. Cath lab experience preferred. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Pediatric Emergency Department - Level II - Level III
FT/PT positions available.  D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy, on-call responsibilities.
Minimum of one year experience in pediatric acute care.  Provide direct care to pediatric patients/families in a fast paced collaborative environment.  Demonstrates good interpersonal skills, strong prioritization and organizational skills, flexibility and clinical competence.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Pediatric Emergency Department - Nurse Leader
FT position available, D/N rotation, holidays and weekends per unit standard, Department nursing administrator on call responsibilities.
Acute pediatric/emergency department experience required. demonstrates ability to function in leadership role. Ability to provide direct patient care to pediatric patients across the age spectrum in a fast paced environment. Participation in collaborative, multidisciplinary care. Focus on QA/QI activities and data collection. Participation in service QA/QI committee. demonstrates good interpersonal skills, strong prioritization and organizational skills. BSN preferred. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSING

Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at Strong Memorial Hospital crosses a continuum of care that bridges inpatient, outpatient and community nursing. The wide range of services offered by the Department of Psychiatry include: General Psychiatry, Emergency/Crisis Intervention, Child and Adolescent Care, Neuropsychiatric Care and Addictions Psychiatry. Nurses are hired into a program and may provide nursing care across inpatient, partial hospital and ambulatory care settings. Each program offers an interdisciplinary approach that values student educational experiences and health services research.

*2-9200 - Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit – Level I – III
FT/PT positions available, D/E/N, 8 & 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy.
This 22 bed adult psychiatry unit admits persons ages 18-60 who are in need of intensive psychiatric stabilization. This includes persons with new or recent onset of psychosis, major depressive episodes, acutely suicidal individuals and persons without established diagnosis or treatment history.Strong interpersonal, assessment, critical thinking and communication skills are necessary to work with this interdisciplinary team. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*3-9000 - MICA - Level II
FT positions available, D/E/N, 8 and 12 hours shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy.
Psychiatric experience required.  Demonstrates ability to implement behavioral management techniques. Clinical expertise in psychiatric nursing. Knowledgeable in chemical dependency issues preferred. All interest applicants send resume Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*4-9000 – Geriatric/Neuropsychiatry Program - Level I - III
FT/PT and per diem position available, D/E/N, 8 hour shifts, weekends and holidays per unit policy
Weekend Scheduling Option - 24 or 36 hours - 2 consecutive weekend shifts or 3 consecutive weekend shift
New and experienced nurses are welcome to apply to a versatile unit for psychiatric and medically ill patients. The adult and geriatric population stabilize their symptoms through skilled intervention by expert nurses. Join this dynamic, cohesive team of professionals who are committed to superior quality care. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*CPEP - Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program - Level II - III
FT/PT position available, D/E/N & nights, 8 and 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy.
Psychiatric nursing experience required.  Knowledge of acute clinical assessment and intervention across the life span is essential.  Flexibility, effective communication and organization are extremely important.  Provide direct patient care and milieu management, in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, in an Emergency Triage/Screen and Observation area.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*CPEP – Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) – Evening Nurse Leader – Level IV  
FT position available, evening position, 8 & 12 hour shifts  
Candidates should have the ability to support professional development of staff, including promoting an environment that prioritizes shared governance.  He/She must possess clinical expertise in psychiatric mental health nursing in order to serve as a resource and role model within the CPEP, Psych Mental Health Nursing and Emergency Departments.  Providing unit support during times of high volume/high acuity is expected.   Monitoring and enhancing Patient and Staff Satisfaction are core responsibilities.  Candidates should possess strong interpersonal, assessment, critical thinking and communication skills.  Having the ability to work within an interdisciplinary team is a must.  He/she should demonstrate strong leadership and mentoring skills.   This position incorporates establishing and maintaining unit staffing and payroll, performance appraisal and clinical model review.  The development and monitoring of performance improvement and quality assurance initiatives will be included.  The position entails providing oversight of patient care, staff and unit/service activities.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Psychiatry- Strong Ties - Weekend Liaison – Level II
Per Diem position available (16 hours), Saturday and Sundays, 8 hour shifts.
Filling in for Weekend RN at Strong Ties Clinic. Primarily phone support and crisis intervention with some community outreach to the severely and persistently mentally ill (SPMI) population, their families and group home staff. Liaison responsibilities to community agencies prn to avert crises or to provide relevant clinical information. Must be highly organized, be comfortable working fairly independently and have effective collaboration and communication skills. Required: NY state licensure as an RN with a minimum of 3 years experience in psychiatric nursing preferably with the SPMI or in a psychiatric emergency setting. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619.

*ECT – Level II
RN needed for per diem position in the ECT clinic which is open on M-W-F from 0700- 1530.  The candidate would be trained in the preassessment, treatment, and recovery of the patients who tend to suffer from major depression or other psychiatric disorders.  Experience in psychiatry or PACU would be helpful. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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SUPPORT OPERATIONS

None at present time

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
All interested APNs interested in applying should contact the Office of Nurse Recruitment/Marketing at (585)275-3478. You can access our website for nursing opportunities at: http://www.urmc.rochester.edu All positions require an active New York State license in good standing.
Advanced Practice Nurse positions require a Master's Degree in Nursing or related field and 5 years experience as an RN with one to three years of leadership experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

MANAGEMENT
The Nurse Manager directs all aspects of patient care which includes managing nursing personnel and material resources in a cost effective manner, unit planning, and the initiation of innovative clinical and management practices with emphasis on retention strategies

CLINICAL
The Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Nurse Midwife influences the quality and delivery of care in various roles including consultant, researcher, mentor, and practitioner. This role may be unit, program, or service based and is involved in continuous quality improvement initiatives

Ambulatory

*Outpatient Primary Care Medicine Faculty/Resident Clinic- Nurse Practitioner
PT position available (20 hrs. per week) – daytime hours
Wonderful new opportunity to work in a primary care setting that integrates education and clinical care.  Will provide collaborative services with the Faculty preceptors for the Faculty Resident Clinic.  Will see follow-up patients, urgent visits and work toward disease management for a diverse population through coordination of care.  Will direct bill for some services. Requirements:  2-5 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in an ambulatory care environment.  Current certification through NYS as an NP.   Ability to meet productivity targets.  Excellent teamwork skills.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Nurse Manager/ Nurse Practitioner – Cardiology OPD – AC Ground
FT position available
Seeking Nurse Practitioner with proven leadership skill to oversee the nursing staff of the multiple cardiology units located on the ground floor.  The units include Clinical Cardiology Clinic, Nuclear Cardiology, ECHO, and Treadmill testing.  Responsibilities include hiring, knowledge of Human Resource guidelines, oversight of daily activities, staffing, redistribution of staff as needed, working to facilitate efficient operations and achieve high customer service with internal and external customers. Will be responsible for adherence to regulatory standards and establishing standards of practice as the health care environment changes.  As an NP, will work collaboratively with Cardiology faculty in the care of their patient populations.  Must be motivated, creative and have excellent communication skills.  Requires NYS license as an RN, Master’s degree, certification as an NP in NYS.    All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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Adult Nursing Services

*6-3600 – Trauma/General Surgery Unit - Clinical Nurse Specialist
FT position available, primarily days, 8 & 12 hour shifts, occasional evenings, some weekends & holidays as required
Provide educational resource and leadership support.  Must have a strong clinical base as well as an interest/background in quality assurance, care management, orientation, and continuing education.  Main areas of focus will be orientation, inservices, competency development and documentation.  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must.  3 years med.-surg. experience required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*7-1600 - CV ICU - Nurse Practitioner
FT position available, eves/nights, 8 &12 hour shifts, weekends & holidays per unit policy.
Exciting opportunity to work in a well-established practice.  Responsibilities include direct care for patients undergoing cardiac surgical procedures.  Direct care responsibilities include admission work-ups, daily management (including procedures and transfer/discharge).  Other responsibilities include participation in QA/PI, educational conferences and rounds, student precepting, and support of unit based nurses and leadership.  Applicant must be motivated, flexible, and independent and possess excellent clinical skills in critical care.  Acute Care NP and national certification preferred.   Applicants must have 3-5 years recent relevant experience and be NYS NP eligible. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Hospital Medicine - Nurse Practitioner
FT position available
Exciting opportunity to work in a fast paced Hospital Based Medicine Practice. Responsibilities include direct care for adult medical patients in collaboration with the Attending Medicine Position. Direct care responsibilities include admission work-ups, daily management including transfer/discharge with heavy emphasis on discharge planning. Other responsibilities include participation in educational conferences and rounds, student precepting, and support of unit based nurses and leadership. Applicant must be motivated, flexible, and independent and possess excellent clinical skills. Acute Care NP and Adult NP preferred. National certification within 6 months. Applicants must have 5 years recent relevant experience and be NYS NP eligible. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Colorectal Surgery – Nurse Practitioner
FT position available, primarily days, 8 hour shifts
Work in a collaborative relationship with physician providers to oversee the care delivered to colorectal patients. The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for direct patient care (primarily outpatient, with minimal inpatient work), documentation of care delivered, adherence to hospital and nursing policies, procedures and practice standards, education of patients and staff, assurance of service excellence. Completion of state and hospital-required reviews of practice and participation in performance improvement and other activities as required. Must be NYS NP licensed, ANCC or ACNP Board Certified Required. NP experience or training in ostomy care preferred. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Hepatology Practice – Inpatient and Outpatient Care - Nurse Practitioner/PA
FT position available, daytime hours
Will work with a multi-disciplinary team in care of transplant and other hepatology patients. Will provide inpatient care for hospitalized hepatology patients and will evaluate patient in the transplant clinic. Will be required to work with the inpatient population one Saturday out of 4 throughout the year. In the clinic, will see new, follow-up and consult patients. Will work toward disease management for this populations through coordination of care and services. Will direct bill for some services. Requirements: 5 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner/ Physician’s Assistant. Current certification through NYS and national certification is required. Must be able to meet productivity targets and have good communication and teamwork skills. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Heart Failure/Transplant Coordinator - Nurse Practitioner
FT position available, Primarily Days, M- F 10 hour shifts with one day off during the business week, On-Call responsibilities.
Perform as a member of the Cardiac Transplant Team and Adult Nursing Services in the delivery of care to heart transplant patients.   Coordinates outpatient care of the post heart transplant patient.  Oversight responsibilities in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team regarding the care and teaching of the post heart transplant patient in the CV ICU, general patient care units, and outpatient department.  Works closely with the mechanical circulatory support team in caring for pre and post VAD patients.  Participate in educational program for surgical residents and nursing staff.  Participate in educational conferences and research activities.  Participate in quality assurance activities and reporting.  Participate in community educational programs related to organ donation and transplantation.  Requirements:  Certified Nurse Practitioner in NYS, MS degree required.  Minimum of 3-5 years experience in cardiology care.  Experience in Heart Failure Clinic or with transplant patients preferred. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*7-1200/7-3400 - Cardiac – Clinical Nurse Specialist
Full time position available, primarily days, 8 hours shifts, evenings, some weekends & holidays as required.
Exciting opportunity for motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist to work across the spectrum of clinical services in caring for Heart Failure Cardiology, Plastic and Thoracic surgery patients to provide educational resource and leadership support. Must have a strong clinical base as well as an interest/background in customer service, quality assurance, care management, orientation, and continuing education. Main areas of focus will be working at the bedside with staff with focus on orientation, inservices, competency development and documentation. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must. 3-5 years experience preferred, MS degree required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*7-3600/ Cardiac Cath/ EP  Lab - Cardiac Step-down – Clinical Nurse Specialist
FT position available, primarily day, 8 hour shifts, evenings, some weekends & holidays as required.
Opportunity for a motivated experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist to work across the spectrum of clinical services in caring for cardiology patients. Must have a strong clinical base as well as an interest/background in customer service, quality assurance, care management, orientation, and continuing education. Main areas of focus will be working with nursing staff at the bedside with a focus on orientation, inservices, competency development and documentation. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must. 3-5 years experience preferred, MS degree required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*7-3600 - Cardiac Step-down - Nurse Practitioner
PT position available (20 hours/wk), primarily day, 8 hour shifts, weekends & holidays per policy
Opportunity for a motivated experienced NP to work across the spectrum of clinical services in caring for cardiology patients.  Primary clinical responsibilities will be acute inpatient / cath lab care and may integrate outpatient care, inpatient consult service and acute inpatient management.   The NP will be accountable for LOS management and quality outcomes for their group of patients.   Masters degree and license as an NP required.  Must be NYS NP licensed (or eligible).  Must have UPIN for Medicare billing, or eligible to apply, MS degree, 3-5 years experience preferred. All interested applicants submit to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Electrophysiology - Nurse Practitioner/Physicians Assistant
FT position available (40 hrs), 8 hr days, M-F, no weekends and holidays or on call responsibilities
The Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner (EPNP) provides patient care in the outpatient setting as part of the Electrophysiology Service/Cardiology Unit for the Department of Medicine at Strong Memorial Hospital. The role of the EPNP includes but is not limited to caring for cardiology patients scheduled for procedures in the EP Lab (i.e.: EP testing, radiofrequency ablations, tilt table testing, implantation of permanent pacemakers and Cardioverter defibrillators) as well as the follow-up of patients in the arrhythmia, hereditary arrhythmia and NP run device clinics. The EPNP is responsible for obtaining H & P’s, identifying and managing immediate health care needs and risk factors. This includes documentations of plan of care, with collaborating physicians and coordination of health care with other disciplines as needed. The EPNP will also support outlying clinics as needed at other institutions covered by the EP service (St. James Mercy Hospital in Hornell). ACNP/ANP preferred. National certification preferred. Ability to bill or willingness to become eligible to bill required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Nephrology - Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
FT position available (40 hours), M-F, primarily days with some evenings
Inpatient and Outpatient responsibilities for adult dialysis patient population-
Inpatient responsibilities include consultation on admitted dialysis patients. Round with the nephrology attending, make recommendations on dialysis specific patient needs during their hospitalization, prescribe and monitor response to dialysis treatments, and collaboration with primary team. Out patients responsibilities at off site dialysis unit. The role includes monthly rounding with nephrology attending, independent rounds 3-4 times a month and prn, prescribe and monitor response to dialysis treatments, review monthly and prn labs, medication adjustments, management of dialysis vascular access, care plans, annual History and Physicals, transplant referrals, and management of preventative care, complications, and follow-up of unique dialysis patient needs, and collaboration with patient other health care team members. Requires certification in NYS as a Nurse Practitioner and National certification as an NP. Must have UPIN for Medicare billing, or eligible to apply (nationally certified as NP or eligible to take exam within 3 months). All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Strong Surgical Center/ Pre Admission Center - - Nurse Practitioner
Per Diem position available - Primarily Days
Conduct pre-operative history and physical assessments for patients of all ages admitted through same day/ambulatory surgery (Strong Surgical Center). Work collaboratively with attending surgeons, anesthesiologists and nursing staff in assuring SSC patients are properly worked up and prepared for surgery. NYS NP licensure, MS degree, 3-5 years medical/surgical experience preferred. Prefer FNP. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*6-1600 - Surgical Transplant Services -Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
FT position available (40 hours), Primarily Days, 4 - 10 hour shifts, some Saturday coverage as needed but no Holidays required.
Opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work in a fast paced, clinically challenging environment. Responsibilities will be focused on day to day management of Kidney/Pancreas/Liver Transplant patients in house. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary Transplant Team including MD, NP, Social Workers, Dieticians, Discharge Planning and unit based staff. Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferred.  ACNP preferred. Previous transplant experience helpful but not required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Orthopaedic - Trauma Division - Nurse Practitioner /Physician Assistant
PT position available, primarily days, 8 hour shifts. Minimal weekends and holidays as required.
Work collaboratively with three orthopedic trauma surgeons, providing independent care to the trauma  patient population in an outpatient setting. Candidate must possess excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn new skills. Prior NP/PA experience  preferred. The ability to bill all insurers is required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19

*Orthopaedic – Hand/ Reconstructive surgery - Nurse Practitioner / Physician’s AssistantFT position available, primarily days, 6- 10  hour shifts. Weekends and holidays as required.Work collaboratively with surgeon, providing independent care to the hand/ reconstructive surgery patient population in an outpatient setting. Candidate must possess excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn new skills. ACNP, ANP, or FNP preferred. Prior NP experience also preferred. The ability to bill all insurers is required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Wound/Ostomy/Continence Program - Nurse Manager
FT position, primarily days, 8 hour shifts.
Responsible for the oversight of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence nurses.  This will include scheduling, orientation, program development and evaluation.  Clinically this position will work with inpatients in all aspects of ostomy and wound care. Act as a consultant across all services to meet patients’ wound and ostomy needs. Pre-operative marking and teaching for ostomies of primarily adults (may include some of the pediatric population). On-going teaching and management of ostomies after surgery. Work closely with surgical teams in assuring standards of care for all ostomy patients. Provide expert resource for nursing staff and work closely with nursing unit leadership to establish unit based ostomy specialists. Develop educational programs for nurses and patients to assure standards of care for management of ostomies.Utilize evidence based nursing practice in making recommendations related to treatments of wounds to improve outcomes. Work closely with nursing leadership in assuring standards of care for wound management including the development of evidence based protocols. Provide expert guidance and education to unit based skin/wound team. Work with patients, nursing staff and Providers to manage problems/issues related to incontinence. Work closely with other CWOCNs, Materials Management Dept, and nursing unit leadership teams to assure appropriate use of therapeutic pressure relieving and redistributing mattresses and beds. Sit on selected hospital committees as needed to represent wound and ostomy care needs and assure technology is integrated appropriately into internal services. Excellent organizational and communication skills essential. Requirements: 3-5 years acute care Nursing experience. WOCN certification  required.  Some leadership and management experience will be helpful. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Neurosurgery – Nurse Practitioner
FT position available, primarily days
Exciting opportunity for motivated Nurse Practitioner to work with an interdisciplinary team in the management of Neurosurgery patients. Must demonstrate a high level of clinical competence in the care of Neurosurgical patients and will be involved in inpatient/outpatient components of care. Strong communication skills. Must be NYS NP licensed. Must have UPIN for Medicare billing, or eligible to apply. Must obtain national certification within 1 year of hire.MS degree required, at least2 years experience in an advanced practice role, preferablywithin a neurologic/neurosurgical patient care setting. All interested applicants should submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

Cancer Center - James P. Wilmot Cancer Center

*Outpatient Cancer Center/Infusion Center - Nurse Practitioner:
Full time position available, Weekdays
The Wilmot Cancer Center has an immediate opening for a full time Nurse Practitioner in its new state of the art outpatient Cancer Center.  Primary responsibility will involve providing patient care coverage in the Chemotherapy/Infusion Center. The ideal candidate will have experience in Oncology, either as a Nurse Practitioner or Registered Nurse.  ANCC Certification is required.   Candidates will be required to complete the ONS chemotherapy/biotherapy course and be credentialed to write chemotherapy orders according to SMH policy.  Preference will be given to those applicants with that credential in hand. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Blood and Marrow Transplant Program - Nurse Practitioner
FT position available, weekend coverage (usually one weekend a month) is required.
The Wilmot Cancer Center is seeking qualified candidates for a full time Nurse Practitioner for its Blood and Marrow Transplant Unit.  The successful candidate will be responsible for overall management of patients receiving blood and marrow transplant and/or treatment for hematologic malignancies in the inpatient setting.  Qualified candidates should possess (or be eligible for) Adult and/or Family Nurse Practitioner certification in New York State as well as previous Oncology experience as an RN or NP, preferably in the specialty of Blood/ marrow transplant or Leukemia management.  Oncology certification or other relevant ANCC certification preferred. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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Critical Care

*3-2800 – Kessler Family Burn/Trauma ICU – Nurse Practitioner
FT position available, primarily nights, 8 hour shifts and holidays per unit policy. Responsibilities include oversight of medical care of critically ill patients in the ICU. Function as a provider and assume direct patient care responsibilities within a collaborative framework with ICU attending. Assume leadership role in coordinating care and providing education and support for unit nursing staff. MS degree and eligibility for NYS NP license required. 3-5 years of current critical care experience and ACLS certification required, ACNP preferred. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*8-1600 & 8-3400 - CNS/CNL– Medical ICU & Pulmonary Progressive Care
FT position available (40 hr/week)
The CNS/CNL will provide highly skilled clinical patient care, serve as an advocate for individual patients and families, anticipate risk, perform risk assessment and other surveillance strategies to customize interventions and insure achievement of health related outcomes; mentor nursing staff and other care providers, provide forums for staff education, translate nursing research findings into clinical practice, implement/coordinate evidenced-based standards, policies and procedures.  This individual must possess excellent communication skills and be skilled in disciplined inquire, systems-level thinking and shared decision making.  Qualifications: CNS, CNL, or related MS with four years relevant clinical experience. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*8-3400 Progressive Care/Critical Care -   Nurse Practitioner
FT position available, 10 and 12hr shifts (days), weekends and holidays per unit need; will consider part-time. 
Work with a well established multidisciplinary team and the Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine Group to manage patients who require Critical Care or Progressive Care as well as those who are weaning from mechanical ventilation.  Critical Care background and previous experience as a Nurse Practitioner desirable.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*8-3600 – Surgical ICU - Nurse Practitioner
FT positions available, schedule negotiable; 8 or 12 hour shifts, and holidays per unit policy.
Exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive care to critically ill patients.  Responsibilities will include oversight for medical care to critically ill patients in the surgical intensive care unit.  This person will function as a provider and assume direct care responsibilities within a collaborative framework with ICU attending.  In addition, the person will assume leadership role in coordinating, communication and allocating resources, as well as providing support for unit based staff.  MS degree with eligibility for NYS NP license required.  Current critical care experience (3 to 5 years minimum) and ACLS certification required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

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Emergency

*Emergency Department - Nurse Manager
FT position available, weekends & holidays as required
Seeking an energetic individual for Emergency Department with demonstrated leadership, clinical and management skills with a desire to work collaboratively to promote change.  Accountability for nursing budget and staffing, quality of care provided, and managing practice changes.  Experience with pediatric patients required.  Strong interpersonal skills & communication skills necessary.  MS degree preferred, 3-5 years experience required or equivalent combination of education & experience.  All interested applicants resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Emergency Department – ED - Nurse Practitioner
FT/PT position available, D/E/N or permanent nights, 8 & 12 hour shift, Weekends and Holidays per unit policy.
Great opportunity for autonomous practice in busy ED setting.  Great diversity in practice moving from acute management to urgent care to observation care.  Broad age range served.  ED experience required.  Must be NYS NP licensed (or eligible).  Must have UPIN for Medicare billing, or eligible to apply (nationally certified as NP or eligible to take exam within 3 months). All
nterested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

*Emergency Services - Clinical Coordinator/CNS – Level IV/V Acute Track
FT (40 hours) available, flexible hours including off shifts and some on-call responsibilities
Clinical Coordinator/CNS will assess, design/develop, implement, and evaluate programs focusing on the Acute Track addressing assessed needs both operationally and educationally. Will provide highly skilled clinical patient care, anticipate risk, utilize surveillance strategies to customize interventions and insure achievement of health related outcomes; mentor nursing staff and other care providers, provide forums for staff education, translate nursing research findings into clinical practice, implement/coordinate evidenced-based standards, policies and procedures.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must. ED experience preferred. Master’s Degree preferred: BSN degree required but will need to matriculate into a master’s degree program within 2 years of hire. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619.19.

*Emergency Services - Clinical Coordinator/CNS – Level IV/V Trauma Bay
FT (40 hours) available, flexible hours including off shifts and some on-call responsibilities
Clinical Coordinator/CNS will assess, design/develop, implement, and evaluate programs focusing on Trauma Bay area addressing assessed needs both operationally and educationally. Will provide highly skilled clinical patient care, anticipate risk, utilize surveillance strategies to customize interventions and insure achievement of health related outcomes; mentor nursing staff and other care providers, provide forums for staff education, translate nursing research findings into clinical practice, implement/coordinate evidenced-based standards, policies and procedures.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must. ED, Trauma, or ICU experience needed. Master’s Degree preferred: BSN degree required but will need to matriculate into a master’s degree program within 2 years of hire. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619.19.

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Pediatrics

Psychiatry

*1-9300 - Behavioral Medical Surgical Unit (BMSU) - Nurse Practitioner
PT position available (20 hours), permanent weekends with weekend bonus for 10 hour weekend shifts Saturday & Sunday days.
Per diem position for days, evening and nights 8 and 10 hour shifts
Within a collaborative agreement (NPs) or supervisory agreement (PAs) with the MDs (internists), will provide attending team coverage for up to 10 patients with acute medical/surgical diagnosis and co-morbid psychiatric or behavioral issues from admission to discharge. Function within a team model with MDs and other NPs, to provide admission physicals, assess urgent medical issues and conduct follow up consults for adult patients on the Rwing (66 beds). At least 2 years of Nurse Practitioner experience on acute medical/surgical service. Interest and ability to work well within a team model with physicians, other NPs, nursing staff and social work. ACLS certification. ANCC certification as ANP. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-

* Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Per Diem position available, Day, Evening, Weekend Shifts
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will work in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team in a dynamic Psychiatric Emergency setting.  Knowledge of acute clinical assessment and intervention across the life span is essential.  He/She must possess solid clinical competence, good organizational skills, and flexibility.  The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will be available to address the needs of medically fragile and diagnostically complex individuals.  A minimum of 3 years experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner required.  All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.

Perioperative Nursing:

.*Perioperative Services – Clinical Nurse Specialist
FT position available, primary days, 8 hour shifts, some weekends, evenings as required.
Provide educational resource and leadership support across the spectrum of clinical Perioperative services.  Must have a strong clinical base (OR, PACU, SSC) as well as an interest /background in customer service, quality assurance/performance improvement, safety initiatives, orientation and continuing education.  Main areas of focus will be orientation, competency development, in-services and regulatory compliance.  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must.  5 years Perioperative experience and MS degree required. All interested applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19

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Support Operations:

*Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Coordinator - Nurse Educator/Consultant
PT time position available (20 hours/wk), primarily days with some weekends, evening courses
The coordinator is responsible for the coordination and oversight of ACLS classes, instructor development, and overall program quality assurance and leadership in conjunction with the training center (TC).  The coordinator ensures quality ACLS instructor and provider courses within the TC in alignment with American Heart Association guidelines.  BLS and ACLS provider certification are required.  Excellent interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills required. BSN required, Master’s degree required, will consider someone who is currently enrolled in a program. All intersted applicants submit resume to Nursing Recruitment, Box 619-19.