RN Registered Nurse Cardiac

Cardiac Rn

Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that's why we work hard every day to make a difference in people's lives. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people's lives – and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

At Banner - University Medical Center Tucson our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is Southern Arizona's only Level I Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients.

As a Cardiac RN you will perform non-invasive cardiac procedures with patients such as TEEs and Stress Tests. The primary location for this position is Banner University Medical Center Tucson but floating to the North and South campuses will be required.

Schedule: Offering 5 8’s or 4 10’s, Monday- Friday, Day shift.

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POSITION SUMMARY

This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs.

2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input.

3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team.

4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed.

5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record.

6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice.

7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.