Registered Nurse - Intermediate Cardiac Stepdown - Full Time Nights

Henry Ford Health System; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Intermediate Cardiac Stepdown unit. This full-time night position involves providing direct nursing care, implementing patient care plans, and coordinating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will have strong critical thinking and communication skills, along with experience in cardiac care settings. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient health while working in a supportive environment that values adaptability and teamwork. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and contribute to the health and well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• BLS and ACLS certifications required; RN credential from Michigan Board of Nursing necessary.
• 1-2 years of recent cardiac care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor patient care plans effectively.
• Serve as primary coordinator for well-coordinated patient care.

Skills

BLS Provider Certification

Registered Nurse Credential

Telemetry Monitoring

Critical Care Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

EHR Proficiency

ACLS Certification

Education

Diploma from accredited nursing school

Professional licensure

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems

Job description

Registered Nurse - Intermediate Cardiac Stepdown - Full Time Nights

Department: Cardiac Telemetry Stepdown - Schedule: 3-12 Hour Shifts from 7:00p.m. - 7:30a.m.- Hospital: Henry Ford Madison Heights - Location: Madison Heights, MI

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Responsibilities include:

1. Implementing and monitoring patient care plans.
2. Monitoring, recording, and communicating patient condition as appropriate.
3. Serving as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
4. Noting and carrying out physician and nursing orders.
5. Assessing and coordinating patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
• RNs with 1-2 years of recent experience in cardiac care, stepdown, telemetry, or ICU settings preferred. Graduate RNs or RNs without cardiac telemetry experience will be required to attend Hospital based Critical Care Education classes.
• ACLS is required and can be obtained upon hire.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with telemetry monitoring, interpretation of cardiac rhythms, and management of patients on cardiac drips. Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems. Skills in Critical Care, strong assessment skills and ability to recognize early signs of cardiac instability or deterioration.
• Preferred Strengths: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Ability to rapidly assess complex cardiac patients and make quick, informed decisions to improve patient outcomes. Communication: Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Adaptability & Flexibility.