Cardiovascular Surgical Nurse

Overview Self/preferential scheduling posted four weeks in advance for you to have predictability in your sche duleCulture of mutual respect and collaboration among all surgical s taffContinuous investment in equipment including surgical instruments, devices and patient positioning for you to do your best work with patient safety and workflow efficiency in the Operating RoomRounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care and surgical workflow improve mentOn-call is required during select non-business h Responsibilities ole: Evaluate patients prior to s surgeryProvide patient and family education surrounding the procedure and peri-operative p rocessAssume responsibility for patient preparation, including intravenous therapy, preoperative medications, and surgical site verifi cationParticipate in surgical site verification, including briefing, time out, debriefing, and universal protocols, according to hospital policyRecognize and respond to patient emerg enciesDeliver high-quality, patient-centered care while managing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initi ativesBe an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team – consisting of the provider(s), surgeons, surgical technologists and moreConsistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patientsAssess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughlyEducate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment and follow-up me Qualifications l need: Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 6 months of employment st art dateBasic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment st art date(RN) Registered Nurse with an active license in the state of TexasBachelors Degree preferred, or Associate Degree required1 year of experience working in the CVOR #J-18808-Ljbffr HCA Houston Healthcare