Staff RN, Cardiac PCU

As a Staff RN in the Cardiac PCU at Northside Hospital, you'll be responsible for independently planning and providing nursing care tailored to each patient's needs. This includes monitoring vital signs, administering medications as prescribed, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest level of patient care. Your expertise in cardiac management will play a vital role in patient recovery and rehabilitation.

To qualify for the Staff RN position in the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit at Northside Hospital, you must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school and hold a valid RN license in Georgia. Additionally, certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) is required. While a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and two years of experience is preferred, your passion and dedication to patient care are equally valued.

While the core requirements for a Staff RN, Cardiac PCU at Northside Hospital include a valid RN license and BLS certification, having a BSN degree and additional life support certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP is preferred. These credentials not only enhance your nursing skills but also significantly contribute to patient safety and care quality.

As a Staff RN in the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit at Northside Hospital, your work hours will be from 7 pm to 7 am. This schedule ensures that we have skilled nursing professionals available to provide continuous care to our patients, especially in a critical unit like Cardiac PCU. Weekend availability is also required.

For the Staff RN position in the Cardiac PCU at Northside Hospital, there are no on-call requirements. This allows our nurses to focus on providing the best possible care during their scheduled shifts without the added pressure of on-call responsibilities.

Handling stress in a fast-paced Cardiac PCU requires effective prioritization and maintaining open communication with your team. Share examples of your strategies, such as using time management techniques, collaborating with colleagues, or taking proactive steps to ensure patient safety and care efficiency.

Advocating for patients is a critical role of a Staff RN. Provide a specific example of a situation where you identified a patient's need or concern and took action. Emphasize your communication skills and your commitment to ensuring the patient received the care they needed.

As a Staff RN in the Cardiac PCU, your ability to interpret telemetry readings is crucial. Discuss your training and experience with cardiac monitoring, including specific instances where your understanding of reading telemetry helped you detect changes in a patient's condition and enabled timely interventions.

Effective task prioritization is key in the Cardiac PCU. Highlight your approach to assessing each patient's needs, utilizing tools like patient acuity scoring, and communicating with your team to ensure efficient care. Provide examples of how you’ve managed competing priorities successfully.

Creating a calm environment for critically ill patients involves careful monitoring, clear communication, and compassionate care. Share techniques you employ to minimize anxiety, such as establishing rapport, explaining procedures, or involving family members in the care process.

Staying updated with the latest cardiac care protocols and guidelines is essential for a skilled Staff RN. Discuss how you keep current through continuing education, attending workshops, or participating in professional healthcare organizations related to cardiac care.

Handling conflict in a professional setting requires diplomacy and problem-solving. Provide an example of a conflict you've encountered, your approach to resolution, and the steps you took to maintain a collaborative work environment, emphasizing communication and teamwork.

Technology plays an essential role in nursing today, especially in critical care settings like the Cardiac PCU. Discuss how you utilize electronic health records, monitoring systems, and other technologies to enhance patient care, improve accuracy, and streamline communication.

Educating patients and families is a vital part of nursing. Share your strategies for effective communication, including simplifying complex medical terms, using teaching aids, and ensuring that the patient and family feel empowered to participate in their own care.

Compliance with hospital policies is paramount. Discuss your understanding of the policies relevant to the Staff RN role in the Cardiac PCU and how you ensure adherence through ongoing education, teamwork, and accountability in your practice.