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 following cardiac surgery. The role is full time, with 36 hours per week on the night shift. Experienced candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. The nurse provides postoperative recovery care, assesses and identifies patient needs, and implements appropriate interventions for critically ill cardiac patients. The nurse develops and maintains a plan for nursing care, directs care interventions and activities toward resolving problems, and competently performs technical aspects of care. Cardiac nurses use strong critical-thinking skills and support patients and families throughout the cardiac journey.
Requirements
- Active Kentucky RN license.
- BCLS certification required.
- ACLS certification required.
- 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 critically ill cardiac patients.
- Establish and maintain a plan for delivery of nursing care.
- Ensure nursing interventions and activities are directed toward resolving problems.
- Perform technical aspects of care competently.
- Serve as a resource for patients and families throughout the cardiac journey.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus eligibility for experienced candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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