What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac/Stroke Clinical Nurse position at Northshore Home Health Care?
Role Overview
Provides direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, medication, and post-treatment needs. Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and document individualized care plans, ensuring effective communication across care continuum. Utilizes critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and barriers. Maintains a safe working environment, adhering to safety protocols as this is a safety-sensitive position.
Qualifications
Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree in Nursing Licenses & Certifications: RN license Experience: No prior experience required; preferred <2 years or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Key Skills & Responsibilities
Provides direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, medication, and post-treatment needs. Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and document individualized care plans, ensuring effective communication across care continuum. Utilizes critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and barriers. Maintains a safe working environment, adhering to safety protocols as this is a safety-sensitive position.
Qualifications
Key Skills & Responsibilities
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care and education
- Participate in quality, safety, and regulatory activities
- Develop and communicate personalized care plans with the team and patients
- Assess diverse patient needs, including emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors
- Maintain safety and compliance in a fast-paced healthcare environment