RN - CVICU

Registered Nurse (RN) in CVICU

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Profession: Nursing Specialty: CVICU/Step Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum three (3) years of relevant nursing experience License: Current RN License in good standing Certifications: BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association) Must-Have: - ASN required, BSN preferred Description: The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution. Performs all responsibilities and duties required by the unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops an appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation. Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers. Confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solutions. Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies. Provides direct care of CVICU patients, including post-operative CABG and vascular status patients. Maintains a clean and tidy work environment. Maintains hospital and unit-based competencies. Conducts hourly rounding on patients. Proactively seeks out opportunities to assist internal and external customers.