RN - CCU

RN - CCU

Profession: Staff Nurse

Specialty: Specialty Care

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum of six months to three years of nursing (RN) experience required

License: Current Client Registered Nurse License

Certifications: BLS Certification required

Must-Have: ACLS, Critical Care experience

Description:The Registered Nurse (RN) protects, promotes, and optimizes health and abilities.The RN is responsible for the prevention of illness and injury and the alleviation of suffering through diagnosis and treatment of human responses.Advocacy in the care of individuals and families is a key responsibility.The RN is accountable for compliance with all standards of practice and professional development.This is in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and relevant policies and procedures.The RN promotes a caring and healing environment for patient-centered care.Job responsibilities include assessing, planning, delegating, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for managing a group of patients.The RN serves as a primary nurse and/or accountable nurse as designated by unit assignment.Education of patients and families in health promotion and disease management using available resources is essential.A working knowledge of pharmacology is necessary for safely administering medications according to policy.Sharing in responsibility for productivity and effective resource utilization, including staffing, time management, and supplies, is expected.Compliance with all nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and policies is required.The RN actively participates in nursing governance and improvement initiatives.Engagement in professional development and completing all mandatory education is important.Integration of nursing research and current evidence into practice is encouraged.The RN provides a supportive learning environment for new employees and students.Duties related to Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator roles may be assigned.Participation in a Clinical Ladder Program aligns with knowledge and expertise development.Other duties may be assigned as necessary.