RN - 4 Lesser Step Down

Position Summary

Utilizes the nursing process to provide and direct primary nursing care to patients with cardiovascular/pulmonary/vascular health deficits, in whom outcomes may be unpredictable to perform comprehensive assessment, planning, intervention and/or evaluation of complex multisystem health care deficits; to direct the nursing care of unstable patients or patients requiring complex care management. Handles multiple demands and tasks simultaneously, demonstrating clinical problem solving skills. Is supported by the Director of Critical Care Nursing, Clinical Team Leader and charge nurse in assuming unit leadership roles including, but not limited to, serving as the Charge Nurse, committee leadership and/or involvement, conducting unit orientation and education; directs and guides the use of resources for patient care.

Experience

Preferred

• One to two years’ experience in med-surg or telemetry to work in ICU stepdown unit. Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation, IV Therapy Certification, Hemodynamics, LVAD and Mock Code Work Shop within 90 days of hire or promotion
• or- at the first available course offering.

Education

Required

Graduate of accredited diploma, associate degree or baccalaureate degree nursing program. Non-BSN’s must complete a BSN degree within 5 years’ of hire.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing

License and Credentials

Required: NJ State Nursing License; BLS certification

Preferred: ACLS Certification, NIHSS Certification, PALS Certification

Skills

Required: Interpersonal, critical thinking, analytical skills and basic computer skills

Populations Served

Adult: Early Adult (19-45); Middle Adult (46-59); Late Adult (60-79); Late, Late Adult (Over 80)

Bi-Weekly Hours: 72

Work Schedule: 7 am -7 pm Shift

The minimum starting rate for this position is $47.08

When determining a team members base rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of recent relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).