Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Progressive Care, Night Shift - VUH
About The Position
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CPCU) on the 8th floor. This 40-bed unit specializes in stepdown care for adult patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, including those transitioning from critical care or recovering from major cardiac and vascular events. The patient population includes individuals with acute and chronic heart failure, post-myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, EP procedures, post-ablation care, and pre- and post-operative cardiothoracic & vascular surgeries. The unit utilizes advanced hemodynamic monitoring and titratable drips. VUMC is committed to an environment where everyone can thrive, valuing expertise, knowledge expansion, and challenging abilities. Their mission is to advance health and wellness through patient care, education, and research.
Requirements
- LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
- Relevant Work Experience
- Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
- 1 year of relevant work experience
Nice To Haves
- Care Planning (Novice)
- Nursing Patient Education (Novice)
- Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice)
- Evidence-Based Practice (Novice)
Responsibilities
- Applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning.
- Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team.
- Collaborates in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes.
- Furthers professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards.
- Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
- Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
- Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
- Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
Benefits
- Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
- Dental and /or vision plan
- 403 (b) retirement plan
- Paid Time off (flex PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
- Short-Long term disability
- Subsidized backup childcare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
