Registered Nurse (RN) - Vascular Surgery

About the role

The RN Vascular Surgery Lead provides specialized nursing care within a designated unit, acting as a supervisor by assessing, planning, delegating, and evaluating patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs individualized, age-specific bedside care
• Develops and implements patient care plans
• Ensures medical and nursing orders are appropriate
• Participates in hourly rounding
• Observes safety protocols
• May serve as shift supervisor
• Assesses patient needs, determines diagnoses, sets realistic outcomes, individualizes care plans, and implements medical and nursing orders while ensuring quality care and safety

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited institution
• Valid RN license in the state
• Relevant certifications such as CPR, ACLS, and specialty-specific credentials

Skills

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Basic computer proficiency

Preferred Attributes

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• One year of acute care experience
• Certifications in specialty areas like wound care, bariatrics, or neonatal care
• Additional certifications like PALS or ENPC are advantageous