Registered Nurse - Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
About The Position
The Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit provides leadership in coordinating and delivering quality, compassionate patient care. The nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, and communicates effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team. The role includes delegating, supervising, and documenting patient care and teaching, and helping identify and implement solutions when patient goals are not being met. The Cardiac Progressive Care Unit is a 21-bed step-down unit caring for cardiology and thoracic patients following procedures or surgery, as well as patients experiencing acute episodes related to their conditions. The unit provides higher-level monitoring and care, including management of multiple titratable drips and inotropes, chest tubes, pain pumps, BiPAP, and other devices and medications. The team supports patients beginning rehabilitation and helps them manage chronic conditions through education and individualized care. This position is at Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital and is scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts, 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with every other weekend and rotating holidays. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is offered.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
- Health care provider certification (BCLS).
- Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.
- Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital personnel.
Nice To Haves
- BSN preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership in coordinating and delivering quality, compassionate patient care.
- Use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Delegate, supervise, and document patient care and teaching for patients and their families.
- Communicate pertinent patient and family information effectively to the healthcare team.
- Participate in identifying and implementing solutions when care varies from patient goals.
Benefits
- $7,500 sign-on bonus
- Career growth and continuous learning opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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