Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma CenterRockford, IL, USA
30+ days ago
Job type
Full-time
Job description
Certification Details
Must have a current Illinois License.
CPR and ACLS certifications required.
Job Details
We are seeking an experienced Cardiac Services Nurse for Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center. The candidates must have current IL License, CPR and ACLS.
This position is for Monday - Friday Day Shift Hours, but may require an occasional weekend shift.
Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws / practice act.
Documents according to standards of care.
Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and / or hospital policy including patient and family instruction.
Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units / departments in support of the patients longitudinal plan of care.
Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.