High Risk Cardiac Clinical Nurse

Aura Health; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aura Health in Oak Park, IL is seeking an RN to provide direct patient care in a high-risk cardiac unit, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in line with nursing standards.

You will educate patients and families, participate in safety and quality initiatives, and collaborate with the care team to develop and document personalized care plans. Magnet-recognized hospital setting emphasizes professional growth and high standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Nursing Diploma or an Associate's Degree in Nursing and be a licensed RN.
• BSN degree is preferred; telemetry/cardiac experience and 2+ years of experience are valued.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient- and family-centered care with education on illness management and meds.
• Promote patient safety and quality; participate in regulatory compliance and professional development.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans with the healthcare team and patient.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs; respect patient preferences and barriers.
• Support a safe environment by following safety-sensitive protocols.

Skills

Telemetry experience

Cardiac care

2+ years exp

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

RN license

BSN degree

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in a high-risk cardiac unit, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient and family-centered care, including education on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
• Participate in activities promoting patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, while engaging in ongoing professional development.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans collaboratively with the healthcare team and patients.
• Utilize critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and barriers to involvement.
• Contribute to a safe environment, adhering to safety-sensitive protocols.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing, RN license.
• Preferred: BSN degree, telemetry/cardiac experience, 2+ years of experience.

Additional Information

• Opportunities for career growth through a structured RN career ladder promoting professional development and leadership.
• Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more.
• This role is vital for delivering high-quality cardiac patient care in a Magnet-recognized hospital environment.