Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic ICU (NIGHTS)

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver clinically competent patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. You will collaborate with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure quality care and optimal outcomes within Virginia's Nurse Practice Act.

Requirements include a Nursing Diploma or AD nursing degree, and Virginia or compact state licensure.

Qualifications

• Mandatory RN licensure in VA or compact state.
• BLS within 90 days after hire.
• ACLS within 120 days after hire.
• PALS within 120 days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinically competent patient care using the nursing process.
• Interact with patients, families, and healthcare team to ensure quality care.
• Evaluate outcomes to inform ongoing care and planning.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Interventions

Team communication

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) is expected to provide excellent, clinically competent patient care by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; and effectively interact with patients, significant others, and the other healthcare team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing. The RN also determines the effectiveness of nursing interventions by evaluating outcomes in relation to evidenced-based intervention. The primary focus of the RN is to ensure every patient receives quality care and services through the efficient use of resources. The RN functions within the scope and standards of nursing as defined by the American Nurses Association and the Nurse Practice Act of Virginia. As a member of the healthcare team, the RN is responsible for making decisions and performing services that are in the best interest of the patient; while positively contributing to the patient's experience and the success of the entire team by placing the patient and the team above the needs of the individual.

Education/Experience

Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school

Preferred Education BSN

Preferred Experience: Specialty areas may require additional experience, certifications, or qualifications.

Licenses/Certifications

Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Virginia or compact state; Must obtain BLS within 90 days, ACLS, PALS within 120 days.