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About the Unit:
The Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit is a high-acuity cardiac surgical unit focused on fostering continuous learning while developing high level critical thinking and technical skills. Registered Nurses maintain significant competencies to operate at the top of the nursing license. Specialty device training includes the management of long term left ventricular assist devices, right and left sided Impellas, intra-aortic balloon pumps, continuous renal replacement therapy, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. The unit supports a culture of engagement and professional growth by encouraging participation in unit/organizational committees, councils, and other professional organizations. Teamwork, accountability, and collaboration are common practice expectations. Registered Nurses and Nurse Technicians work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapy, amongst several other disciplines to ensure individualized high-quality care. Continuous quality improvement initiatives provide a landscape for innovation and drive the implementation of evidence-based practices. Peer to peer relationships is developed by working side by side to provide an exceptional experience for our patients and their loved ones.
What Staff are saying:
What keeps me working on this unit would be the complexity of the patients, I’m challenged each day and pushed to look beyond the machines to the patient and family needs
Being on this unit is never boring, it’s constantly changing and keeps the role interesting
There are many devices on this unit and it’s incredible on the medical advancements that can help improve patient outcomes more than ever before
Essential Functions
Provides evidence-based nursing care consistent with the inter professional plan of care and in accordance with health system policies, procedures, and ANA/regulatory standards. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity and coordination of care. Acts as a patient/family advocate. Performs point of care testing as required.
Demonstrates a high standard of moral, ethical, and culturally sensitive behavior. Formulates decisions and actions based on ethical principles, using the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organizational data.
Assesses the overall needs of the patient/family and analyzes the assessment data to identify potential diagnoses or issues.
Identifies expected outcomes/goals and develops and implements/coordinatesan individualized inter professional plan of care that recommends strategies to achieve the outcomes in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice. Evaluates patient and family educational needs and employs appropriate teaching strategies while continually evaluating progress toward achievement of goals/outcomes.
Initiates patient discharge planning at time of patient contact and facilitates a smooth transition to the next point of service/home.
Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
Assumes an autonomous leadership role and delegates appropriately to unlicensed assistive personnel to facilitate safe, quality patient care in a cost-effective manner.
Engages in activities related to the professional role and seeks to continually advance knowledge and competence related to nursing practice while completing self and peer evaluation of nursing practice. Participates in ongoing improvement activities that contribute to quality patient care.
Required Qualifications
Associate’s Degree Nursing
Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Nursing must be obtained within 5 years
Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program
LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) – STATE_MI State of Michigan – Upon Hire
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA American Heart Association – or – CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – ARC American Red Cross – Within 90 Days
Preferred Qualifications
6+ months of RN experience
Some of the benefits provided include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
Retirement Plans
Discount Program
Learning Opportunities
Inclusion Resource Groups
Apply now to learn more about joining a nationally known health system with an ambitious vision. We cannot do it alone. Our people are at the heart of what we do. Improve health. Inspire hope. Save lives.
Primary Location
SITE – Butterworth Hospital – 100 Michigan St – Grand Rapids
Department Name
CTICU – GR
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Night (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
36
Hours of Work
7:00 p.m – 7:30 a.m
Days Worked
Variable
Weekend Frequency
Every other weekend
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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