RN, Jewish Hospital, Cardiac Surgical PCU Heart and Lung

RN, Jewish Hospital, Cardiac Surgical PCU 8 Heart and Lung, 7p-7a

Location:

201 Abraham Flexner Way, Louisville, KY 40202

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, and more than 700 providers. With over 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on delivering patient-centered care each day.

8 Heart & Lung is a 16-bed cardiac surgical intermediate unit that specializes in the care of pre‑ and post‑operative cardiac surgery patients.

• Conduct systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission to discharge across the care continuum, ensuring patient safety and collaborating with the healthcare team, patient, and family.
• Independently administer medications per licensure authority, assess and reassess medication effects, and document administration promptly.
• Plan care with patients and families using current scientific knowledge, nursing theory, and care standards, integrating multidisciplinary data for continuity and appropriate teaching.
• Identify and prioritize patient problems based on assessment data, safety considerations, goals, and preferences.
• Implement nursing interventions to meet patient and family needs, demonstrating competence, sound judgment, and adherence to the chain of command.
• Assess, conduct, and evaluate patient and family teaching outcomes, reflecting sensitivity to age, learning needs, and cultural background.
• Evaluate care through systematic reviews of patient/family responses, revise the plan collaboratively, and intervene to prevent adverse events.
• Advocate for patients and families, respect rights and preferences, prepare for discharge, and obtain feedback to promote satisfaction.
• Collaborate with unlicensed assistive personnel under appropriate monitoring and delegation, following regulatory and legal requirements.

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Shifts per week: 3
• Overtime:
  Infrequently

• Demonstrate professional conduct and appearance, accountable for actions and outcomes.
• Orient new team members and supervise students in assigned duties.
• Act as relief charge nurse when needed.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education, licensure, and professional activities.
• Participate in evidence‑based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discuss care outcomes with colleagues.
• Actively participate in the healthcare team, communicate constructively, resolve conflicts, and provide peer review.
• Perform duties cost‑effectively, avoiding waste while maintaining quality of care.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to protect confidentiality.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (required).
  • All new‑hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses must begin an approved BSN program within one year and complete it within three years.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred).

• All new RN graduates must participate in the Nurse Residency program and successfully complete all activities (required).
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred).

• Current Kentucky RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the AHA (may be required for specific clinical areas).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the AHA (may be required for specific clinical areas).

Additional or specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit needs.

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