Clinical Nurse (Registered Nurse) CICU- Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Position TitleClinical Nurse (Registered Nurse) CICU- Cardiac Intensive Care UnitBell HospitalPosition Summary / Career Interest:The Clinical Nurse provides professional nursing care through assessment and accurate documentation, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients. Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population. Coordinates care delivery and education through collaboration with patient, family and all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care. Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care. Performs other duties as assigned.We are currently hiring for a Clinical Nurse (Registered Nurse) on our Cardiac Intensive Care Unit.Night Shifts AvailableThe Cardiac ICU (CICU) prides itself in using the latest critical care technology and evidenced-based practices in caring for a wide variety of cardiovascular conditions. Patients who are hospitalized for acute myocardial infarction, chronic heart failure, cardiogenic shock, congenital disorders, complex arrhythmia management, and post-cardiac arrest care receive quality care on this unit. Nurses also provide comprehensive cardiovascular care for patients requiring advanced heart failure therapies such as ventricular assist devices and pre-heart transplant treatments. This unit supports a collaborative approach with their interdisciplinary team of physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and therapists. Teamwork is highly valued and supported in the CICU.Responsibilities and Essential Job FunctionsProvides professional nursing care through assessment and accurate documentation, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients.Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population.Coordinates care delivery and education through collaboration with patient, family and all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care.Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care.Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.Required Education and ExperienceHigh School GraduateAssociate Degree Nursing For ADN prepared nurses hired after February 24, 2017, must complete BSN degree by the fifth anniversary of employment as an RN with UKHA6 months to 2 years' experience as a Clinical NursePreferred Education and ExperienceBachelor Degree NursingRequired Licensure and CertificationLicensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing (Kansas) or compact licenseBasic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 daysTime Type:Full timeJob Requisition ID:R-232We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Kansas Health System