RN Cardiac Short Stay Registered Nurse

HCA•Manchester, NH

50d•Onsite

About The Position

To deliver care and create a therapeutic environment for patients and families whose needs range from basic to complex by utilizing the nursing process. To carry out functions in a manner consistent with Performance Improvement and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. To demonstrate clinical excellence through proficient practice which enhances and enriches the practice environment. Proficiency is evidenced by adeptness, facility, aptitude, ease and skill in managing complexity and uncertainty.

Requirements

Current registration in the State of NH as a Registered Nurse.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience.

Nice To Haves

BSN strongly preferred.
Specialty certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assesses patients' physical and psychosocial status based on interview,examination and review of clinical data.
Assesses potential for crisis situations and intervenes before crisis situation develops with adeptness, facility, aptitude, ease and skill in managing complexity and uncertainty.
Reassesses patient status at establishedtime frames and as indicated by the patient's condition.
Based on assessment,analyzes relevant patient data and identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care problems.
Communicates patient status and assessed needs to members of multidisciplinary team.
Develops an individualized plan of care, including developmental and cultural needs, in collaboration with the patient, family and interdisciplinary team.
Reviews and updates plan of care as needed.
Acts as a resource to others in developing and implementingplan of care.
Uses the nursing process as a basis for developing,implementing and evaluating nursing interventions.
Provides patient-centered care with sensitivityand respect for the wealth of human experience.
Performs technical skills as needed by specific clinical unit safely and competently.
Coordinates and implements the medical diagnostic and therapeutic orders as directed.
Anticipates and manages complications of disease progression and invasive procedures.
Documents plan of care, assessments and interventions and patient outcomes in an electronic medical record thoroughly, accurately, and according to CMC Professional Nursing Practice Standards and ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
Reports status, including response to care, and changes in status asappropriate.
Ensures calm,supportive and therapeutic environment for patients and their families, serving as an advocate when appropriate.
Adheres to all safety, organizational and ethical standards according to ANA Code of Ethics.
Implements elements of core measures in conjunction with Performance Improvement.
Identifiescurrent trends which could impact patient outcomes.
Identifiessystem resources effectively and allocates them appropriately at the point of care delivery.
Manages a specific complex clinical procedure common to patients in area ofpractice, and encourages colleagues to seek her/his guidance in managing the specific procedure/technique throughout the year.
Employs critical thinking skills to solve problems and achieve patient outcomes
Identifies & communicates needs for innovative nursing practices.
Identifies & communicates need for new or revised policies, procedures, guidelines, etc.
Identifiesresearch as a resource in clinical practice.
Stays current withnew resources/knowledge/evidence
Serves as a resource/trainer for colleaguesregarding competencies, policies and procedures, and clinical practice related to patient population served.
Utilizes the change process to improve patient care, the work environment, and patient and staff satisfaction.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.