Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown - $30-46 per hour at OU Health Oklahoma City, OK

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown - $30-46 per hour job at OU Health. Oklahoma City, OK. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Employment Type: Staff *** Pay is based on years of applicable experience and acuity level of position Position Title RN - Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown Department Cardiac Stepdown Job Description Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Essential Responsibilities Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician order on assigned patients. Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care competently. Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge. Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. Makes referral regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Delegates tasks to support staff. General Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required. Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program preferred. Experience None Required License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC). Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (American Heart Association) within 6 months of hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (American Heart Association) within 6 months of hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques and procedures. Ability to organize, plan, coordinate and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. Some computer skills. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. Benefits Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Pet insurance Sick pay Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Wellness and fitness programs Employee assistance programs Benefits start day 1 OU Health Job ID #R0048205. Posted job title: RN - Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown #J-18808-Ljbffr Downtown Boulder Partnership