The Registered Nurse (RN) position in the Progressive Care (Step down) unit at The Jewish Hospital is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care. The RN assesses patient status, prioritizes patient problems and needs, develops and carries out plans of care, and works to improve patient outcomes in a safe, therapeutic environment. The role acts as a service line between Med-Surg and ICU units and coordinates care across hospital departments. The RN collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, performs initial and ongoing assessments, analyzes assessment data, implements treatment, and evaluates its effectiveness. The role also advocates for patient safety through ongoing quality improvement and administers medications in accordance with applicable state requirements and organizational policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week on the night shift. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred but not required. Candidates must hold current state RN licensure. BLS or ACLS is preferred at hire; certification must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care, and ACLS is required within six months of hire. The posting states that new graduate RNs may apply.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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