Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular/Telemetry (Innovation Unit)

Lehigh Valley Health Network•East Stroudsburg, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Cardiovascular/Telemetry unit. LVHN is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking health network committed to teamwork, compassion, and technology, delivering excellent healthcare. This role involves providing professional nursing care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse will direct and manage patient care, utilize effective communication, and maintain a safe work environment and clinical competency.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited Nursing program.
Knowledge and competence reflecting current nursing practice.
Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty.
Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
Basic computer skills.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree Nursing

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients.
Initiates collaboration and communication with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to proactively resolve patient needs.
Synthesizes data to make decisions that optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics.
Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety using evidence-based practice.
Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects.
Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, families, staff, and colleagues.
Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment to facilitate effective transition of care.
Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals.
Participates in performance improvement processes and patient experience goals.
Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.
Utilizes technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.
Demonstrates leadership and team building skills, including teaching and mentoring new colleagues and interns.
Delegates tasks based on team member skills, patient acuity, and time availability.
Provides input for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.