Cardiology (RN)

(Staff Registered Nurse):

• Provides professional nursing care to a group of patients within a designated time frame using the nursing process.
• Assumes responsibility for patient care, utilizing current nursing trends, technology, and resources in alignment with institutional philosophy.
• Performs all required unit-based responsibilities and duties within the scope of service.
• Implements procedures and clinical theories relevant to the assigned area of practice.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation to support continuity of care and information sharing among the healthcare team.
• Conducts initial patient assessments upon admission and develops individualized care plans based on patient and family needs.
• Implements and modifies care plans and interventions based on ongoing patient evaluations.
• Ensures patient and employee safety by identifying and addressing safety hazards and incidents.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to resolve issues and support patient care.
• Provides constructive feedback and collaborates with colleagues for professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Identifies personal learning needs and actively seeks opportunities for professional growth.
• Meets all departmental competency requirements.
• Manages care for acute and chronically ill cardiac and pulmonary patients.
• Collaboratively sets patient goals and maintains care plans with patients and families.
• Administers medications, monitors effects, and implements other interventions as needed.
• Prepares patients for procedures, manages pain, performs IV venipuncture, blood administration, and monitors laboratory values.
• Coordinates patient discharges and provides education for safe transitions from hospital care.
• Documents all care activities in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Facilitates team huddles and ensures effective team communication.
• Delegates tasks appropriately and follows up to ensure completion.
• Responds promptly to call lights and addresses basic patient care needs (e.g., turning, toileting).
• Manages conflicts and maintains professional communication with all team members.

Required Certifications &

• Active Illinois RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• ACLS certification (American Heart Association).