RN Cardiac Care Unit

Community Health Systems•Dothan, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Flowers Hospital is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse for its Cardiac Care Unit (CCU). The position is offered as three 12-hour night shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.; a Weekend Only Workers (WOW) schedule is also listed for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The role provides patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating care according to clinical protocols and provider orders while working with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support patient outcomes. The RN assesses patients, plans and delivers individualized care, administers and monitors medications, documents care, educates patients and families, advocates for patients, and helps maintain a safe environment. Critical care duties include administering intravenous medications and therapies, managing ventilators and other life-support and monitoring equipment, and performing procedures such as central-line insertion, tracheostomy management, and advanced cardiac life support. The position also includes responding to emergencies, supporting quality improvement and compliance activities, maintaining clinical competency, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Assess patients, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration.
Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities as appropriate.
Advocate for patients' rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection-control protocols and promote patient safety, including adherence to National Patient Safety Goals.
Monitor and operate medical equipment, including IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators, as needed.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance-improvement initiatives.
Plan, delegate, and provide care using responsible decision-making based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Maintain clinical competency and current knowledge of nursing standards and regulations through professional development.
For critical care: administer IV medications and therapies; manage ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems; and perform procedures such as central-line insertion, tracheostomy management, and advanced cardiac life support.
Perform other duties as assigned and maintain regular, reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.