Registered Nurse, Cardiac Surgery Stepdown, Night Shift (Shift Leader) - VUH

Job Summary

Applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. Collaborates in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. Furthers professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards.

Shift

This position is a Registered Nurse - Shift Leader - Night Shift (7p – 7a) - with a minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule.

Patient Population

Includes: Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Failure, Arrhythmias, Pre- and Post-Cardiac Procedures, CABG and Surgical Valve procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
• Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
• Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
• Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
• Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Position Qualifications

• Responsibilities: Certifications: LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
• Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: 1 year
• Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program