Registered Nurse RN Congestive Heart Failure

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: Position Purpose At Saint Francis Hospital the Congestive Heart Failure Unit provides care to adults with a variety of medical diagnoses, including, but not limited to, cardiac conditions such as AFIB, CAD, STEMI, pacemaker, ICD placements and soon LVADs. Our newly renovated 32 bed unit is a nationally recognized Center Of Excellence for Heart Failure. Primary patient diagnosis on this unit is acute or chronic CHF. What you will do: In this critical role you will be part of a collaborative team, play an active part in unit shared decision making, and enjoy practice autonomy using nurse driven protocols. You will provides specialized care to patients with congestive heart failure. Monitors cardiac status, fluid balance, and symptoms; administers and manages cardiac medications; coordinates care with interdisciplinary teams; educates patients and families on disease management; and responds to acute changes to prevent decompensation and reduce readmissions. Minimum Qualifications: Education : Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program. BSN graduates preferred. Licensure : Current Licens...