Overview

This position is responsible for providing patient care in a safe and effective manner. Responsibilities include directing PCA activity, synthesizing patient information, assessment of patients, planning of care/intervention, teaching of patients/family, implementation of treatment plan, MD orders, documentation and evaluation. Integration of patient care standards are incorporated into all clinical activities.

Qualifications

Graduate of Registered Nurse School of Nursing; BSN preferredCurrent CA Registered Nurse licenseCurrent BLS-HCP & ACLS (American Heart Association)PCCN preferredBasic Dysrhythmia Class completion: Optional for RN with at least 6 months experience, and successful completion of EKG competency exam. (For New Graduate/New to the Specialty RN: Required within first six (6) months in specialty.)NIH Certification (For New Graduate/New to the Specialty RN: RequiredTelemetry Course completion: (For New Graduate/New to the Specialty RN: Required within first twelve (12) months in specialty.)One year acute care experience preferredBasic computer skills preferred