Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The ICU/CC Nurse utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care to assist patients, families, and their communities in attaining an optimum state of health. S/he processes and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures for the competent delivery of nursing care. The nurse is fully qualified to maintain standards of practice; exercise sound clinical judgment; coordinate patient care activities; manage supplies and equipment; and collaborate with other healthcare team members in response to patient and family needs. Additional duties assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of this job description include but are not limited to:
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• Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans

• Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse

• Provides basic, bedside care

• Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation

• Records patients’ medical information and vital signs

• Orders, interprets and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s condition

• Takes samples for lab work, orders prescribed lab work and evaluates/interprets lab reports

• Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient

• Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol

• Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms

• Applies Hemodynamic, Phlebotomy and IV protocols

• Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays, such as intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, and cardiac rhythms from cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, manometers, oxygen pumps, etc.

• Monitors catheters, leads and tubing for proper placement and functioning

• Acts as patient advocate by supporting the basic rights, values and beliefs of the patient

• Communicates to family/significant others appropriate information on patient’s condition

• Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATION and EDUCATIONAL AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (RN Program) – ASN or BSN
• Current RN license, in good standing with the State licensing board
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required by start date
• Experience providing direct nursing care in ICU/CC within last 6 months required
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other hospital personnel often requiring exceptional courtesy and tact
• Critical thinking and multitasking skills
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions independently
• Basic math and computer skills

EOE/DFWP

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Cardiology
• Critical & Intensive Care

Physical setting:

• Inpatient
• JCAHO accredited facility

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person

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