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2 months ago
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing along with American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment commencement.
Physical Requirements: The essential functions for this role include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull weights on a daily basis, frequently handling 25-50 pounds, as well as standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods.
Work Environment: Conditions may involve exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and risks associated with intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift Requirements: Must be available to work 36 hours each week, during the hours of 3 PM to 11 PM, Monday through Friday, with some holidays required.
Job Overview: Registered Nurses in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at the University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital deliver care primarily to adult patients. This unit specializes in the recovery of patients following surgical interventions such as heart bypass, post-operative cardiothoracic procedures, heart/lung transplants, and open-heart surgeries, as well as managing conditions like congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, cardiogenic shock, and sepsis.
Patients may have a length of stay ranging from overnight to several weeks or months. The unit is supported by a clinical nurse specialist who provides education, referrals, and consultations for staff, patients, and their families.
Core Responsibilities: The primary duties of this position involve delivering comprehensive, continuous, and patient-centered care, which includes:
- Assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a thorough nursing care plan.
- Providing direct patient care and ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Training and delegating tasks to Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistants).
- Adhering to University policies and procedures, as well as federal, state, and local regulations.
This role fosters collaborative efforts among nursing staff and physicians to enhance communication and improve patient outcomes, utilizing the nursing process alongside a comprehensive patient-centered care plan.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: The ideal candidate will possess:
- Knowledge of Maslow's eight Basic Human Needs and their prioritization within Gordon's Functional Health Patterns Framework, as well as Swanson's Caring model.
- Exceptional direct patient care and critical thinking abilities.
- Basic computer navigation skills and familiarity with the internet.
- Professional and respectful communication skills with patients, families, colleagues, and physicians.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills.
The candidate should be highly motivated, proactive, and confident in advocating for patients and their families. A strong team player who values open and honest communication with colleagues and physicians is essential.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No.
Preferred Education/Experience: BSN with at least 1 year of RN experience preferred.
University Community of Inclusion: The University of Kentucky is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, ensuring all students, faculty, and staff operate in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to create a community where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives feel secure and welcome.
We also prioritize the well-being of our employees, committed to establishing a healthy workplace for all.
In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our community, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to undergo pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources, which may include a national background check and/or drug screening.
