Coronary Care Nurse
US-AR-LITTLE ROCK
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 414867
Type: Night
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Overview: As our Coronary Care - Critical Care Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you'll monitor patients who are critically ill and unstable following extensive injury, surgery, or life-threatening disease. You'll begin each shift by taking report from a nursing teammate before making your rounds. You'll provide continued care and perform procedures as detailed in the care plan. This could mean assisting a physician with a chest tube or central line, providing wound care, ensuring patients MRI or CT, or administering medications. To thrive in this role, you'll heavily depend on your ability to multitask and react. You'll clinically care for your patients- remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate- supporting their best interests when they cannot. However, it's your sound judgment during an emergency and rapid response are impressive which puts you on the radar for advancement. About Us: CHI St Vincent is a 600 bed, Magnet Accredited non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around Little Rock, Arkansas. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 137 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us. Responsibilities: * Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort * Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families * Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients * Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary * Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury) * Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene) THIS JOB OFFERS AN INCENTIVE: We are offering up to $25,000 sign on bonus to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements. Qualifications: * Registered Nurse license in good standing, State of Arkansas or compact state license required prior to start date * 1 Year of Critical Care experience is required * BLS through the American Heart Association is required * ACLS through the American Heart Association is required
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