Open Heart Recovery Registered Nurse Full Time Nights
About The Position
The Open Heart Recovery Registered Nurse works in Cardiovascular Recovery (CVR), also known as Open Heart Recovery. This six-bed unit provides intensive recovery rooms and critical care services for patients immediately after cardiac surgery. The nurse recovers post-operative patients, assesses and identifies their needs, and implements appropriate interventions for critically ill cardiac patients. The nurse establishes and maintains a plan for nursing care, ensures interventions and activities are directed toward resolving problems, and competently performs technical aspects of care. The role also provides patients and families with guidance and support throughout the cardiac care journey. This is a full-time position working 36 hours per week on the night shift. Experienced candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus.
Requirements
- Active Kentucky RN license.
- BCLS certification.
- ACLS certification.
- Strong critical-thinking skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in open heart recovery, critical care, or equivalent experience is desired.
Responsibilities
- Recover patients following cardiac surgery.
- Assess and identify patient needs and implement appropriate interventions for critical cardiac patients.
- Establish and maintain a plan for the delivery of nursing care.
- Ensure nursing care interventions and activities are directed toward resolving problems.
- Perform technical aspects of care competently.
- Act as a resource for patients and families, guiding them through the stages of the cardiac care journey.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus eligible for experienced candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
