Registered Nurse - Cardiac Progressive Care Unit

Henry Ford Health•Southfield, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Progressive Care Unit is a 21-bed step-down unit specializing in the care of cardiology and thoracic patients following procedural or surgical interventions, as well as acute episodes related to their condition. The unit provides a higher level of monitoring and care, including management of multiple titratable drips and inotropes, chest tubes, pain pumps, BiPAP, and various other devices and medications. Our team supports patients as they begin their rehabilitation journey while helping them learn to manage their chronic conditions through comprehensive education and individualized care. As a Registered Nurse at Henry Ford Health, you will provide leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality, compassionate patient care. You'll utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, while effectively communicating with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Your role is critical in ensuring patient goals are met and solutions are implemented when variances occur.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.
Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.
Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
Health care provider certification (BCLS).

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality, compassionate patient care.
Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Delegate, supervise, and document care and teaching of patients and their families.
Effectively communicate pertinent patient/family information to the healthcare team.
Participate in finding and implementing solutions for variances from patient goals.