Acute Care RN - Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse

Trinity Health

121d

About The Position

7S is a cardiac telemetry unit specializing in heart failure management. Nurses on the unit are trained to care for patients with Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs), gaining valuable experience in advanced cardiac therapies. New graduate nurses can expect to begin VAD training after six months on the unit, while experienced nurses will receive VAD training after orientation. This unit also manages a variety of cardiac drips following specific order guidelines, offering excellent exposure to a variety of cardiovascular care. 7S is a great place to build on your nursing expertise and develop the skills needed to transition into a cardiac intensive care role if desired. At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers. With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.

Requirements

• Possession of a current or compact state licensure as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages.
• Use a team approach to delegate and coordinate patient care at admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Independently deliver nursing care using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment.
• Work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
• Practice safe patient handling techniques.
• Continue to evaluate assigned patients and provide ongoing treatment.
• Anticipate, identify, and respond to educational and emotional needs of patients and families.
• Guide and direct healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
• Utilize safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety.
• Initiate emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a full benefits package.
• Opportunity for growth throughout the system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees