Staff Nurse, Critical Care Services - I Blue (Cardiac Step Down)

About the role

The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to be accountable for the care activities, safety and goal achievements of assigned patients through assessing, diagnosing, planning and intervening in actual or potential health problems and evaluating patient’s response to the care. These responsibilities also include patient education and discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Mobilizing patients and preventing skin breakdown, falls, and implementing appropriate measures to achieve this.
• Collaborating, coordinating, and guiding team members in planning patient care in a safe environment.
• Achieving patient care goals according to patient/family developmental stage and cultural expectations.
• Patient education and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• BLS required; must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS).
• Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification required.
• Proficiency in the English language required.
• Successful completion of a Progressive Care Course or Progressive Care Certification preferred.
• Adult Medical/Surgical experience preferred.

Skills

• Ability to employ problem solving techniques and critical thinking.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize care/activities of multiple patients.