Clinical Nurse - Cardiology Cath

Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome; modifies the plan of care based upon the evaluations. Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning. Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.

Evaluates the plan of care. Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.

Staff

Responsibilities

Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes. Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities. Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.

Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues. Participates in orientation of new staff/students on the unit. Functions as a resource to visitors, physicians and staff; greeting them promptly and courteously.

Promotes a positive work environment as evidenced by demonstrating a professional, supportive attitude for the unit staff. Being receptive and responsive to new ideas. Participates in the unit’s growth and development through various mechanisms to improve organizational performance.

Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.

Customer Relations

Exhibits behaviors and actions that create a high level of patient/customer satisfaction, positive patient/customer relations, and respect for the patient’s/customer’s rights needs, and confidentiality. Demonstrates effective communication and human relations skills, which promote harmony and teamwork. Presents behaviors and actions that maintain the hospital’s credibility, integrity, and positive image. Demonstrates behaviors and actions that support the mission, goals, and operations of the hospital and which contribute to continuous service improvement.

Other

Responsibilities

Assists with special projects as assigned. Accurately interprets and communicates Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Exhibits flexibility, adapting readily to changes in the work environment or work schedule. Maintains a positive attitude, even during periods of stress. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Complies and adheres to all CSV policies. Maintains positive attendance and communicates in advance any absence from work. Adheres to all patient and environmental safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Education

Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing.

Certification/Licenses

Current New Mexico RN license or current Compact state license. BLS Certification required or within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. If nurse has the required certifications at time of hire, they must maintain the certifications and will not have a grace period to renew. (See Required Department Certification List detailed on the last page of this document.)

Skills

Current knowledge and skills appropriate to age/type of patient population served Knowledgeable and sensitive to patients’ rights in the delivery of care Communicates in a clear concise manner appropriate to the developmental age of patient.

Work

Schedule

7AM - 7PM

Work Type

Part Time