Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Observation Unit - Full Time - Day Shift

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Observation Unit nurse is responsible for providing individual goal directed nursing care of patients who may require additional monitoring, diagnostic testing, therapy and assessment to determine whether the patient requires further treatment as an inpatient or is deemed medically stable for discharge. The CV Observation Unit nurse utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide care and teaching of patients and families. The CVO Unit nurse provides pre and post procedural nursing care for patients undergoing CCL and EPL procedures. Ensuring a safe environment focused on patient satisfaction and appropriate discharge planning.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
RN license active in the state of Missouri
BLS must be obtained within 90 days
Must obtain ACLS within one year of hire
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate effective leadership abilities
Exhibits valuable time management skills
Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills
Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Previous nursing experience

Responsibilities

Provide individual goal directed nursing care of patients who may require additional monitoring, diagnostic testing, therapy and assessment to determine whether the patient requires further treatment as an inpatient or is deemed medically stable for discharge.
Utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide care and teaching of patients and families.
Provide pre and post procedural nursing care for patients undergoing CCL and EPL procedures.
Ensure a safe environment focused on patient satisfaction and appropriate discharge planning.