The CV Stepdown Registered Nurse cares for patients transitioning from intensive cardiac care to a less acute setting. This role focuses on close monitoring, patient education, and support during recovery.
Key Responsibilities:- Monitor cardiac rhythms and hemodynamics, intervening as needed.
- Assess patient readiness for stepdown and coordinate safe transfers.
- Provide ongoing education on cardiac health, medications, and lifestyle changes.
- Collaborate with cardiology teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Document all care activities and changes in patient status.
- Within a specialized stepdown or progressive care unit.
- Patients have complex cardiac needs but require fewer interventions than ICU.
- Involves working with advanced monitoring equipment.
- Competitive salary based on specialized cardiac nursing.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Opportunities for advanced cardiac certifications.
Our facility emphasizes a smooth transition for cardiac patients. By joining our CV Stepdown team, youll play a critical role in ensuring a safe and effective recovery.
Equal Opportunity Employer:We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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