Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU

Tenet; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Tenet's St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care and coordinate disciplines in accordance with established policies and procedures.

You will implement care plans, monitor patient status, and ensure timely communication with the care team. The role emphasizes discharge planning, patient safety, medication administration, and patient/family education, with a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 based on eligibility.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing
• One year of RN experience
• Arizona nursing license or compact state license and ability to obtain AZ licensure within 30 days
• BLS certification
• ACLS, PALS, NRP or as required by department

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans.
• Monitors, records and communicates patient condition.
• Acts as primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates discharge planning needs with the healthcare team

Skills

RN

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sign on Bonus: Up to $10,000 SOB Based on Eligibility

Position Summary

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

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.

Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.

Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

Assessment

Assessment - An RN uses a systematic, dynamic way to collect and analyze data about a patient, the first step in delivering nursing care. Assessment includes not only physiological data, but also psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors as well.

• Initial assessment
• Re-assessment
• Focused assessment based on patient condition, setting and population

Problem Identification

Problem Identification - Problem identification is the nurse’s clinical judgment about the patient’s response to actual or potential health conditions or needs.

Planning and Outcomes

Based on the assessment and problem identification, the nurse sets measurable and achievable short- and long-range goals in collaboration with the patient and family. Assessment data, problem identification, and goals are written in the patient’s care plan so that nurses as well as other health professionals caring for the patient have access to it.

• Establishing daily goals with the patient and family
• Formulating a plan of care
• Transition or Discharge planning

Implementation

Nursing care is implemented according to the care plan, so continuity of care for the patient during hospitalization and in preparation for discharge is assured. Care is documented in the patient’s record.

• Ensures patient safety
• Medication administration
• Provision of ordered treatments
• Patient/Family education
• Provision of nursing care -Documentation in healthcare record

Evaluation

Both the patient’s status and the effectiveness of the nursing care must be continuously evaluated, and the care plan modified as needed. Care Coordination – Actions initiated by nurses with patients, families, and/or members of their healthcare team to manage and correct the sequence, timing, and/or effectiveness of patient care from admission to discharge.

• Delegation
• Supervision

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. Continuing education requirements as defined within the CARE program.
• Experience: One (1) year as an RN.
• Licensure/Certifications: Valid current Arizona Nursing License or compact state license and ability to become Arizona Licensed in 30 days.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• American Heart Association and others as required by individual department as noted in Attachment A.

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Licensure/Certifications:
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or others as required by individual department.

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ABOUT US

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission?

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependant flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

ABOUT THE TEAM

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine.