High Volume Cardiothoracic Nurse

Overview

Join our dedicated team and become part of an organization that embodies a commitment to integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will play a crucial role in assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and supervising individual patient care within our nursing unit. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager / Clinical Coordinator, you will also provide guidance to non-RN personnel and may take on charge roles as necessary. Flexibility to work across various nursing units may be required. We are seeking individuals who can contribute to maintaining a high level of service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Continuously assess the patient's physical and psychosocial condition throughout their continuum of care.
• Develop, communicate, and document a personalized plan of care that addresses individual patient issues and desired outcomes, involving the patient, family, and healthcare team in the process.
• Implement and coordinate the plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care, assessing the patient's response to treatment and readiness for discharge, revising the plan as needed and making further referrals as indicated.
• Plan and provide educational opportunities for patients and families, documenting outcomes based on individual learning needs.
• Serve as a preceptor for new staff members.
• Occasionally function as a charge nurse, delegating and supervising unit activities.
• Meet performance expectations in customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and personal development.
• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned to ensure the smooth operation of the unit.
• Exhibit competency in neuro patient care and airway management.
• Assist in the care of trached patients and during special neuro procedures.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of our 'TIA' teaching program.
• Perform pharyngeal, endotracheal, and tracheostomy suctioning according to established policies.
• Demonstrate the use of equipment and care for patients in a Halo brace and those on ventilators.

Qualifications

Education : Graduate of an accredited nursing school; BSN preferred. Proficient in computer software including electronic patient records and capable of conducting internet literature searches regarding patient care.

Experience : N / A

Licensure : Valid Registered Nurse License in the State of Connecticut.

Special Skills : BLS certification required.