Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stepdown Unit

Azza HealthCare Agency; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Family support services

Shift differentials

Competitive pay

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks an Inpatient Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive patient care in a clinical setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions while educating patients and families on care plans and discharge procedures.

The role includes overnight shifts, every other weekend and holiday requirements, and offers competitive pay, shift differentials, and a broad benefits package including health coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required); Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and prioritize patient needs.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate effectively with team members.
• Provide direct care including treatments, medications, and diagnostics.
• Evaluate patient responses and revise care plans accordingly.
• Participate in quality, safety, and process improvement initiatives.
• Engage in patient education and discharge planning.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

Nursing degree

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Patient safety

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview:

The Inpatient Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care, addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs. They assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The RN administers treatments, medications, and diagnostic tests, while educating patients and families on care plans and discharge procedures. They evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, troubleshoot equipment issues, and participate in evidence-based practice decisions. The role emphasizes safety, quality improvement, and active participation in unit and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate effectively with team members.
• Provide direct care including treatments, medications, and diagnostics.
• Evaluate patient responses and revise care plans accordingly.
• Participate in quality, safety, and process improvement initiatives.
• Engage in patient education and discharge planning.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required); Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and prioritize patient needs.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Additional Details:

The role involves working in a clinical environment, with hours including overnight shifts, and every other weekend and holiday requirements. The position offers competitive pay, shift differentials, and comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services.