What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown Unit position at Black Women's Mental Health Institute?
Seeking a registered nurse for medical-surgical care on night shifts, providing direct patient care in accordance with organizational policies.
Key Responsibilities Include
Key Responsibilities Include
- Utilizing standards of nursing practice to enhance patient care and quality of life.
- Establishing effective relationships with patients and their families to develop personalized care plans.
- Applying the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient outcomes.
- Considering physical, cultural, social, economic, spiritual, and developmental factors in care strategies.
- Collaborating with healthcare team members and advocating for patients.
- Educating patients and families on health maintenance and comfort measures.
- Mentoring colleagues and applying evidence-based practices to ensure age-specific and clinical needs are met.
- Performing point-of-care testing and other duties as assigned, with physical requirements including frequent mobility, communication, and sensory use.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school or equivalent.
- Active RN license in the relevant state, with BLS certification.
- No prior experience required.
- Strong communication, leadership, and collaborative skills.
- Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of evidence-based nursing practices and patient-centered care.
- Competitive hourly pay rate.
- Benefits include health insurance, tuition coverage, paid parental leave, flexible pay options, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
- Must hold relevant state RN licensure and BLS certification.