RN - Cardiovascular

Registered NurseThe staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame. This nurse provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process and nursing trends. Responsibilities include performing all duties required by the unit specific to the scope of service. Procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice must be implemented. The nurse maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided. Initial assessments upon patient admission are completed, and an appropriate plan of care is developed. The plan of care is based on patient and family needs in accordance with unit standards. This RN implements the plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifications to the plan of care are made based on continuous evaluation. The nurse takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. Communication with others directly and in private is necessary to resolve issues. Constructive feedback is offered to assist in the professional development of peers. The nurse confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identification of personal learning needs and the initiative to pursue appropriate solutions are essential. All requirements of departmental competencies must be fulfilled. Direct care of CVMS patients, including post-operative CABG, thoracotomy, and vascular surgery patients, is provided. The work environment must be clean and tidy. Client and unit-based competencies are maintained. Hourly rounding on patients is conducted. Opportunities to assist internal and external customers are proactively sought. The work environment must remain clean and tidy.