RN, Registered Nurse - A5 Interventional Cardiology
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: June 23, 2022
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Job Description:
Description
Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing
care for the comfort and well-being of patients. The Registered
Nurse (RN) prepares equipment and assists physician during
examinations and treatments. The Registered Nurse (RN) administers
prescribed medications, changes dressings, cleans wounds, and
monitors patient vital signs. The Registered Nurse (RN) observes
and maintains records on patient care, condition, reaction, and
progress. The Registered Nurse (RN) participates as primary nurse,
associate nurse, a team member or team leader in the planning and
implementing of patient care. The Registered Nurse (RN) directs and
assists in carrying out safe aseptic technique and procedures. The
Registered Nurse (RN) offers leadership and direction to all
support staff within department. A5 is a 27-bed intermediate care
unit that provides care for patients that have undergone an
interventional cardiovascular procedure. We primarily care for
cardiac patients admitted from the Cardiac Cath Lab post stent
placement, pacemaker placement & peripheral interventions. We also
care for patients admitted for post CABG, post Fempop, Unstable
Angina, NSTEMI, STEMI & peripheral vascular occlusions. The nurses
run critical drips as well as maintain and pull arterial sheaths.
We maintain a patient ratio of 1:3-1:6 dependent on patient acuity.
If you are looking to join a rapidly growing faith-based
organization that encourages professional development, we want you
to become a part of the CHRISTUS Spohn family! **This position
qualifies for Relocation Assistance as well as a SIGN-ON BONUS
based on experience.** Requirements: Graduate of an accredited
school of nursing. Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate
nursing care.
One-year experience in nursing preferred. Current Texas State RN
License CPR (American Heart Association)
ACLS required within 6 months of hire/transfer date EKG required
within 90 days of hire/transfer date Work Type: Full Time
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