Registered Nurse Level IV - Stroke & Cardiac Care Unit (2300)

Rochester Regional Health•Muscatine, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Registered Nurse Level IV, you will leverage your clinical expertise and leadership skills to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients. Additionally, you will serve as a mentor to fellow team members, providing guidance and support to ensure the highest standards of care on the unit. The 2300 Unit at Unity Hospital is a 19-bed, high-acuity telemetry unit focused on delivering specialized care to patients with acute strokes, complex cardiac conditions, and a wide range of medical comorbidities. As a DNV Stroke Certified Patient-Centered Care Unit, it provides exceptional, high-quality care to a diverse patient population with both acute and chronic conditions. Key Features of the 2300 Unit include: Patient Population (Cardiac Care: Managing conditions like congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and other cardiac events, including intensive care for patients requiring IV medications such as Insulin drips, Lasix, Heparin, and cardiac drips; Stroke & Neurological Care: Specializing in patients experiencing acute strokes, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), seizures, and encephalopathy), Telemetry Monitoring (continuous monitoring of heart rhythms and vital signs), Collaborative Team Environment, Nurse Autonomy, and Open-Door Leadership. A strong emphasis on professional development is supported through comprehensive onboarding, mentorship, and Nurse Residency programs. Advanced Skills Training includes Telemetry & Cardiac Monitoring, Stroke Care Protocols, and Critical Thinking. The 2300 Unit is a highly respected Stroke and Cardiac Medical Unit known for its dynamic and collaborative team, high-acuity care, and patient-centered approach. Nurses on this unit gain valuable experience in managing complex stroke and cardiac conditions, making it an ideal setting for those looking to expand their skills in telemetry monitoring, cardiac care, and neurological care. The supportive leadership and focus on professional development make it an excellent place for both new and experienced nurses to thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment. This role is part of the Registered Nurse Level IV / Clinical Nurse IV and requires completion of the Clinical Ladder binder within 12 months of employment, a minimum of 5 activities in each Pillar (Leadership, Quality, and Organizational Contribution), 15 Continuing education units (CEU's), and 20 Flex items.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required
Minimum of 6 months experience as a registered nurse
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)
Complete the Clinical Ladder binder within 12 months of employment
Minimum of 5 activities in each Pillar (Leadership, Quality, and Organizational Contribution)
15 Continuing education units (CEU's)
20 Flex items

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing assessment of the patient; demonstrate exceptional clinical judgment and advanced assessment skills; communicate and document assessment with interdisciplinary team; utilize all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family
Develop and document plan of care, treatment and services; collaborate interdisciplinary health team to deliver care; maintains an appropriate nurse-patient relationship and provides an exceptional experience for the patient and family
Evaluate, communicate and document patient responses to care; revise plan of care based on ongoing evaluations; ensure the patient receives and understands education/training specific to their needs and abilities
Provide training for new team members on the unit; assume role of teacher for nursing students and other students shadowing on the unit; act as a resource for other team members for both clinical and non-clinical matters