RN Cardiac PCU stepdown nights

IHA; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Mercy Hospitals in Ann Arbor seeks a Registered Nurse for the 6 East Cardiac Intensive Care Unit/Progressive Care Unit. You will care for critically ill cardiac patients, including post-procedure and those with cardiogenic shock, using evidence-based nursing care.

Requires Michigan RN license, BLS; ACLS for certain departments. BSN preferred and a commitment to ongoing professional development is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a school of nursing that enables sitting for NCLEX.
• MI RN license required; BLS.
• ACLS required for Float Pool, Cardiac/Cath Lab, AICU, Emergency departments.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and analyzes patient information.
• Develops, implements, evaluates and revises a plan of care.
• Uses teach-back to educate patient and family.
• Seeks to prevent potential hospital-acquired events.
• Communicates patient status and priorities during rounds and handoffs.
• Adheres to HIPAA and institutional mission and values.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Nursing assessment

Education

BSN preferred

Graduation from accredited nursing program

NCLEX eligibility

Job description

Position Purpose

Department: Cardiac PCU

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor

The 6 East Cardiac Intensive Care Unit/Progressive Care Unit: Critically ill patients recovering from acute MI, Cardiogenic shock, CHF, cardiac arrest, and various percutaneous interventions; Cardiac patients suffering from Heart attack, heart failure, arrhythmias, and various percutaneous interventions, in a progressive care setting.

Treatment Team consists of RNs, Patient Care Techs on day shift.

Patient population consists of critically ill patients with ST elevation MI, unstable post cardiac procedure, Cardiogenic shock, Cardiac Arrest requiring hypothermia, or any hemodynamic unstable patients requiring pressers or patients requiring the Impella device or an IABP.

RN’s are required to take Critical Care Core classes or test out. Also, ACLS required.

Shift

Shifts Available: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Status Available: Full time, Part time Every Other Weekend and Every other Holiday per year required for Full-time and Part-Time team members.

Required Qualifications

Education

Graduation from a school of nursing that results in the ability of the graduate to sit for the NCLEX exam to become licensed as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred.

Licensure

• Current State of Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• BLS.
• ACLS required for the following departments : Float Pool, Cardiac/Cath Lab, AICU, Emergency

Experience

Experienced Canadian Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply

• Graduation from accredited nursing program.
• Effective January 1, 2013 all new hires must have a BSN degree or must agree in writing to obtain their BSN within five (5) years from date of hire or transfer to an RN role.
• Knowledge of nursing theory, practice and age specific needs
• Interpersonal skills necessary to initiate and maintain collegial relationships with coworkers and therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Critical thinking skills necessary to perform principal duties and responsibilities of job description.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when planning and performing professional nursing care

Total Rewards And Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

What You Will Do

• Gathers and analyzes patient information
• Develops, implements, evaluates and revises an individualized plan of care
• Uses teach back methodology to educate patient and family
• Actively seeks to prevent potential hospital acquired
• Effectively communicates patient status, priority goals and interventions during consultations, rounds and handoffs
• Follows all HIPAA policies and procedures
• Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Joseph Mercy Hospitals

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.