RN CARDIOVASCULAR ICU FT Nights

Baptist Health; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to join their dynamic team. This role involves administering patient care in a hospital setting, with a focus on individualized treatment plans and collaboration with medical staff. The ideal candidate will have a compassionate approach, strong assessment skills, and a commitment to fostering respectful relationships with patients and team members. Join a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes patient care and professional development, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the community's health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing school with a current RN license.
• Minimum of 1-year nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with medical staff to manage patient care effectively.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Compassionate Care

Education

Graduate of an approved nursing school

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Healthcare Equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital

Serving our neighbors for more than a century, Baptist Health Princeton Hospital in Birmingham is a 505-bed facility dedicated to a patient-first approach.

A recognized leader in aortic valve surgery, COPD, heart attack, heart failure, and stroke, we provide fast, lifesaving response times for patients with chest pain or stroke symptoms. Our full range of services includes comprehensive emergency room care; cardiovascular care, including structural heart and valve care; orthopedics, including rehabilitation; a comprehensive sleep center; a bariatrics center offering surgical and nonsurgical weight-loss procedures; and women’s care for all stages of life.

We have achieved Primary Stroke Center certification from The Joint Commission and accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, as well as from the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). At Baptist Health Princeton Hospital, we are committed to advancing healthcare through clinical research and our medical residency program.

Position Summary

The registered nurse administers patient care in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting, providing active treatment for injuries, illnesses, medical conditions, or post-intervention recovery, including assessment and ongoing evaluation.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Assess patient needs and develop or revise individualized care plans based on patient responses and progress towards expected outcomes.
• Respect diversity by fostering respectful relationships with team members and patients.
• Act as a patient and family advocate.
• Provide age-appropriate care, demonstrating knowledge and skills suitable for the patients served.
• Serve as a preceptor, charge nurse, educator, or nurse clinician as needed.
• Collaborate with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to plan and manage patient care effectively.
• Model professional behavior and support hospital and nursing department goals.
• Understand principles of growth and development, assess patient data, and interpret information to meet individual needs.
• Coordinate care and delegate tasks appropriately within the healthcare team.
• Document patient care thoroughly and accurately, including assessments, education, medication administration, and treatments, meeting all regulatory standards.
• Maintain competency in nursing skills and equipment use.
• Prioritize patient care based on Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care.
• Identify and resolve problems effectively.
• Delegate tasks considering patient needs and team member capabilities.
• Communicate patient condition and unit concerns to team members.
• Provide compassionate, therapeutic care environments for patients and families.
• Be aware of legal issues and patients’ rights.
• Support the onboarding and ongoing education of new staff and students.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance in accordance with hospital policies and standards.
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Graduate of an approved nursing school.
• Meet all competency requirements for Orlando Health and the specific department.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Alabama RN license or valid eNLC multistate RN license.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC certifications are required for certain units; NRP is required for NICU.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home nursing duties.

Note: Must be licensed, certified, or registered as required by law or policy in the state of practice.

Experience

• Minimum of 1-year nursing experience required, unless approved by AVP or higher.
• Two years of acute care nursing experience required for Hospital Care at Home in-home nursing.