Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Stepdown

Ascension Health•Nashville, TN

43d•Onsite

About The Position

A fast paced 23 bed unit with a 1:4 ratio involves high turnover with patients going to and from procedures. Focused care for interventional cardiology and structural heart TAVRs. Our nurses are supported by their team, taking a collaborative approach in patient care through multidisciplinary rounding.

Requirements

Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire

Nice To Haves

No additional preferences

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
Implement and monitor patient care plans. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.