Role Overview:
Provides direct patient care in a high-risk cardiology unit, managing patients with conditions such as myocardial infarction, heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension. Responsibilities include assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care within established standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, medication, and post-treatment needs. Ensures patient safety, participates in quality improvement, and collaborates with an interprofessional team to develop and communicate individualized care plans. Utilizes critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and barriers. This position is safety-sensitive, requiring constant alertness.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s preferred.
- Licenses: Current RN license.
- Experience: No experience required; 2+ years preferred.
- Skills: Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork abilities; commitment to professional development.
Additional Details:
- Career ladder with pay increases and professional growth opportunities.
- Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, flexible scheduling, and relocation support.
- Opportunity to work in a Magnet-recognized hospital with advanced cardiac care.