RN, Jewish Hospital, 8 Heart and Lung Cardiac Surgical PCU, Part-time, 7a-7p

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) delivers nursing care to patients of varying age groups using the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The role applies nursing practice competencies to achieve safe, optimal patient- and family-centered outcomes; leadership competencies to coordinate care and communicate with the care team; professional profile competencies to support lifelong learning; and practice outcomes competencies to evaluate care using evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals. The nurse demonstrates competency in caring for complex patients and participates in improving care quality in the clinical area. Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, the nurse provides patient care and collaborates with patients, families, and the healthcare team across the care continuum. The position also supports team development, evidence-based practice, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective delivery of care while protecting patient privacy.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
New-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses must start an approved BSN program within one year of hire and complete it within three years of hire.
Current Kentucky RN licensure or a compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky.
Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
Two years of hospital patient care experience.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association may be required for specific clinical areas.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association may be required for specific clinical areas.
Additional specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on the unit.

Responsibilities

Conduct continuous, comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter through discharge, addressing individual and family needs and proactively using safety surveillance.
Administer medications within licensure authority, assess and reassess their effects, and document administration according to policies and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with patients and families to plan individualized, age-specific care using current evidence, care standards, patient safety goals, and multidisciplinary team input.
Identify and prioritize patient problems using assessment data, safety considerations, patient and family goals, and the medical plan of care.
Implement nursing interventions, apply clinical judgment and appropriate chain of command, and work toward planned care goals and outcomes.
Assess, conduct, and evaluate patient and family teaching throughout the episode of care, with sensitivity to age, learning needs, and cultural background.
Review patient and family responses to interventions, revise multidisciplinary care plans with the care team, and address variances and potential or actual adverse events.
Advocate for patients and families, respect their rights and preferences, prepare them for discharge, and obtain feedback to support positive patient satisfaction.
Collaborate with and appropriately monitor and delegate to unlicensed assistive healthcare providers in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Maintain professional conduct and appearance and be accountable for actions and outcomes.
Orient new healthcare team members and supervise students in assigned duties.
May serve as relief charge nurse when unit needs arise.
Maintain professional competency through continuing education, competency demonstration, licensure, and professional activities.
Participate in evidence-based practice activities, discuss care outcomes, keep current with compliance and accreditation standards, and work to improve care delivery.
Communicate constructively as a collaborative team member, identify and resolve clinical or interdepartmental problems and conflicts appropriately, and give and receive peer feedback.
Perform duties cost-effectively while avoiding waste without compromising quality of care or service.
Comply with company policies, procedures, standards of conduct, and HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.