Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiology Stepdown Units
Company: Duke Health
Location: Morrisville
Posted on: October 26, 2024
Job Description:
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate
care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the
greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and
discover how we can advance health together. -About Duke University
Hospital -Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University
Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked
among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital
in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for
2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's
three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms,
as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities,
including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery
center, and more. Duke Nursing Highlights: -
- Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet
organization
- Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year
as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
- Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of
Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for
being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
- Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
- Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
- Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility) -Description - - -
-Cardiology Stepdown Units -at Duke University Hospital provides
care for cardiology medicine patients with a range of diagnoses. -
The patient population includes but is not limited to the care of
acute coronary syndrome, post cardiac catheterization,
electrophysiology procedures, dysrhythmias, heart failure, heart
transplant workups and congenital heart disease. - -These patients
require high acuity care and many come directly from the ICU, post
procedures or outside hospitals requiring an increased level of
care. - Many times, these patients encompass a multi-system
involvement, which can include but is not limed to pulmonary,
renal, endocrine and neurology. -Cardiology Stepdown unit 3200/7100
and Cardiology Stepdown unit 3200/7100 are -now offering a $15,000
commitment bonus to experienced -RNs that's new to Duke, must have
one year or more -experience! -The environment has low patient
ratios 1:4 is fast paced, challenging and a great place to promote
and develop your critical thinking skills with many opportunities
for professional growth. Cardiology stepdown units are fast-paced
units constructed of an elite team of enthusiastic cardiology
registered nurses and nursing care assistants. Staff have strong
assessment skills, value teamwork, and strive to provide excellent
patient care. The well-being of our patients is a top priority.
Come be a part of the heart of Duke on Cardiology Stepdown team! -
- - - -Job Summary -As a Clinical Nurse with Duke University Health
System, you will make providing service your priority while caring
for the whole person in a patient-centered atmosphere. The Clinical
Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and supervising direct and
indirect total nursing care responsibilities. Utilizing the nursing
process (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating) in
achieving the goals of the nursing department. Plan and provide
advanced and/or specialized nursing care for patients in guided by
DUHS Professional Practice model participate in the clinical ladder
program, educational activities, departmental committees, research
projects or other health related projects as assigned. Provide
nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the
scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
Adheres to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state
and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates
in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in
maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. -Work
Schedule: -3-12 hours shifts, Day, Night or Rotating. - - -Work
Performed -Clinical Nurse will plan, provide, supervise and
document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process
for patients in accordance with physician orders and established
policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgment to
individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's
baseline needs and response to care. Delegate tasks and supervise
the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers.
Assist other nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care and
act as team leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or an
entire unit as assigned. Monitor and initiate corrective action to
maintain the environment of care including equipment and material
resources. Participate in own professional development by
maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and
seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings. Act as
preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal
learners. Participate in the identification of clinical or
operational performance improvement opportunities and in
performance improvement activities .Perform other related duties
incident al to the work described herein. -Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities -Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed
practical nurse and NCA Knowledge of and appropriate application of
the nursing process Knowledge of professional theory, practice and
procedure. Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically
ill patients and their families. Ability to independently seek out
resources and work collaboratively. Ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate
clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team,
physicians, administrators, leadership and others. Ability to teach
patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care.
Ability to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and
prioritize information, treatment, and follow-up. Ability to use
fine motor skills. Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life
support requirements designated by work area. Ability to record
activities, document assessments, plan of care, interventions,
evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status. Ability to us e
computer and learn new software programs. Able to document and
communicate pertinent information using computer and/or paper
documentation tool. Ability to navigate the entity to provide
clinical care for patients. Ability to withstand prolonged standing
and walking. Ability to remain focused and organized. Working
knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering
routine and special treatments to patients. Working knowledge of
infection control procedures and safety precautions. Working
knowledge and completion of appropriate JCAHO and other regulatory
requirements. Pre -employment Physical Capacity Testing Required -
-Minimum Qualifications -EducationWork requires graduation from an
accredited BSN or Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma
program. All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in
Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an appropriate
BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete
the program within five years of their start date. -Experience
- One year or more of RN experience -Degrees, Licensures,
CertificationsMust have current or compact RN licensure in the
state of North Carolina. BLS required. - Duke is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment
opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color,
disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic
information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, or veteran status. - Duke aspires to create a
community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and
belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of
ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our
perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve
this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community
feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals
are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our
community have a responsibility to uphold these values. - Essential
Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke
University Health System may include essentialjob functions that
require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional
information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation
will be provided by each hiring department. -
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