Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care - Medical/Cardiology

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We are recruiting for a mission-driven Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care - Medical/Cardiology to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department 7A Medical Surgical Telemetry Medicine Observation Unit (7A) is a medical/surgical telemetry unit, specializing in the care of cardiac patients. This 28-bed, fast-paced unit has a strong team culture. This is a great environment for critical thinking, problem solving and career advancement. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5 and CNAs have a ratio of 1:12. For the past five year, this unit has had top scores for employee satisfaction. Job Summary Under general supervision, the professional nurse adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of professional nursing and performance, and the ANA Code of Ethics to provide care to all patients. Applies critical thinking, evidence-based policies, procedures, guidelines and competence to collaborate with the healthcare team to promote excellence in patient safety and quality outcomes. Utilizes the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson Caring Science Institute" We understand the support needed for a new nurse to be successful. With this in mind, we offer a 12-month Nurse Residency Program that provides monthly education classes and hands-on clinical experiences, designed to ease the transition from student to practicing professional nurse. Our program builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in nursing education programs. Essential Functions : Learn and execute all job functions as performed by a fully credentialled RN (50%) Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patient's condition and vital signs (5%) Develop and modify patient care plans as indicated by patient's responses and conditions (5%) Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patient's responses and conditions (5%) Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care (5%) Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity (5%) Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations and treatments (5%) Assess the needs of individuals, families and/or communities to identify potential health or safety problems (5%) Instruct individuals and families on health education and disease prevention and after care (5%) Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent or disabled patients (5%) Medication administration, documentation and reassessment (5%) Education : Associate's Degree Nursing Required Work Experience : Licenses : BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : This program is offered those with no previous RN experience. Knowledge of techniques, methods and competencies of clinical nursing practices. Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment. Knowledge of standards, policies and procedures of Denver Health as they pertain to nursing. Skill to properly use medical instruments and laboratory equipment. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form. Ability to apply nursing principles, practices and techniques. Ability to assess patients' needs and coordinate proper nursing care. Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations. Ability to use computers and computer systems. Bilingual skills preferred. Microsoft Office Suite required. EPIC documentation preferred. Shift Varies (United States of America) Work Type Regular (0.9 FTE) Salary $36.00 - $57.77 / hr

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