Registered Nurse - Open Heart

Role Overview

Provides professional nursing care within an interdisciplinary team, applying the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient status through interviews, observations, and physical exams.
• Develop and modify individualized care plans collaboratively with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Implement interventions to achieve desired outcomes and evaluate patient progress continuously.
• Ensure accurate documentation and demonstrate professional accountability and ongoing self-development.
• Operate and troubleshoot medical equipment, perform bedside lab testing, and maintain quality control.
• Promote evidence-based practice, patient safety, and team collaboration.
• Provide patient education tailored to age, cultural, and developmental needs, utilizing appropriate teaching strategies.
• Coordinate care with team members, delegate tasks appropriately, and advocate for patients as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Active Registered Nurse license and certifications: ACLS, BLS, with ACLS renewed within 1 year.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.
• Experience in clinical care, with strong assessment, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.