Registered Nurse – Cardiac Progressive Care (CPCU)
Provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care to adults with complex cardiac conditions requiring continuous monitoring and specialized support. Deliver high-quality care using evidence-based practice, maintain a safe healing environment, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients, monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs, and respond promptly to clinical changes.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely; perform ordered procedures using clinical judgment.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, and team members.
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care.
- Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
- Participate in quality improvement and uphold patient safety practices.
Qualifications & Skills
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Active RN license (state-specific) and BLS certification.
- Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation and clinical assessment skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with sound critical thinking.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and commitment to quality and safety.
- Preferred: cardiac/telemetry/PCU/critical care experience, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certification if applicable.