RN - Heart Failure Unit | Day/Night Rotations

ChristianaCare; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heart Failure Unit (5E) at Christiana Hospital is a 36-bed post-critical care cardiac unit in Newark, DE, providing high-acuity care for complex heart failure and post-operative cardiac needs. RNs perform advanced assessments, hemodynamic monitoring, and patient education for patients with chest tubes, central lines, and pacing wires.

Requires BSN when possible, with commitment to obtain BSN within three years. Delaware RN licensure or eligibility is required; BLS required; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; commitment to obtaining BSN within three years of hire.
• At least one year of experience as an RN required.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred.
• Delaware RN licensure or eligibility for licensure in Delaware.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to high-acuity cardiac patients in the Heart Failure Unit.
• Perform advanced assessments and continuous hemodynamic monitoring.
• Administer medications and educate patients and families.
• Early detection of changes in patient condition and escalation as needed.

Skills

Cardiac nursing

Telemetry monitoring

Patient education

Medication administration

Education

BSN preferred

Delaware RN licensure or eligibility

Job description

The Heart Failure Unit (5E) at Christiana Hospital is a 36-bed post-critical care cardiac unit in Newark, DE, providing high-acuity care for complex heart failure and post-operative cardiac needs. RNs perform advanced assessments, hemodynamic monitoring, and patient education for patients with chest tubes, central lines, and pacing wires.

Requires BSN when possible, with commitment to obtain BSN within three years. Delaware RN licensure or eligibility is required; BLS required; ACLS preferred.