Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team on a Stepdown unit. The successful candidate will provide exceptional care to patients requiring intermediate care and those who have been downgraded from the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU). This unit heavily supports the thoracic program, electrophysiology, catheterization lab, and structural heart conditions.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

Unit Information

• Unit: CVU
• Number of Beds: 18
• Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:4; 1:3 for post-surgical patients within the first 24 hours
• Common Diagnoses/Patient Types: Cardiac and vascular issues, including CVAs, CHF, A-fib RVR, and other related diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in a stepdown environment.
• Administrate and titrate medications, including Amiodarone, Nitro, Nicardipine, Epi, and Cardizem.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including hospitalists and intensivists available 24/7.
• Monitor patient vital signs and report changes in patient conditions promptly.
• Read and interpret telemetry strips; RNs are expected to be proficient in this area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS.
• Experience working with cardiac and vascular patient populations is essential.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Additional Information

• Scrub Color/Dress Code: Navy Blue.
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend.
• Floating Requirements: May float to all same level and lower acuity levels as needed.
• Orientation: 1-2 shifts tailored to experience and needs.
• Artificial nails are prohibited in patient care areas.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality patient care and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.