Role Overview:
Seeking a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care in a 9-bed pulmonary progressive care unit, focusing on patients with acute conditions such as lung transplants, pulmonary hypertension, ventilator dependence, and related therapies. The nurse collaborates closely with physicians and a multidisciplinary team, including advanced practice nurses, case managers, social workers, and therapists, to deliver timely treatment and patient rehabilitation.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver patient- and family-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing activities.
- Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
- Participate in safety, quality, and compliance initiatives, and engage in ongoing professional development.
- Create and communicate individualized care plans aligned with standards and patient needs, considering psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors.
- Utilize critical nursing skills for comprehensive assessment and evaluation across physical and emotional domains.
Qualifications:
- Minimum: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree, RN license, no prior experience required.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing with at least 2 years of experience.
Skills & Qualities:
- Strong patient education and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Adaptability to a fast-paced, acute care environment.
Benefits & Rewards:
- Competitive sign-on bonus eligibility, full benefits from first day, 401K with match, tuition assistance, and career growth opportunities via a nurse career ladder.
- Supportive work environment emphasizing professional development, leadership, and service excellence.