What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Stepdown Nurse position at Henrico Doctors' Hospital Forest?
About Us
At Henrico Doctors' Hospital Forest, we provide quality healthcare services to the Richmond community since 1974. Our hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities, offering a full range of healthcare services with specialties in trauma, cardiovascular, and neurological care, women's health, oncology, and groundbreaking diagnostic imaging.
We are part of the Virginia Institute of Robotic Surgery, driving the state in minimally invasive procedures with da Vinci robotic-assisted surgeries. Our awards include Top 100 Hospital by Truven Health Analytics, 100 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, Top 10% in the Nation for Cardiology Services and Treatment of Stroke, and Healthgrades Stroke Care Excellence Award.
Job Description
As a Cardiac Stepdown Nurse at Henrico Doctors' Hospital Forest, you will be responsible for providing care to post-cardiac surgery, valve repair, chest pain, coronary artery, cardiothoracic surgery, and telemetry patients. You will perform and document care for all admissions and patients, creating a comforting, safe, and healing environment for patients and their families.
You will initiate and document patient teaching and discharge planning, including family and/or significant other collaboration with multidisciplinary team members.
Requirements
- A graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred)
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- A positive impact on the lives of our patients and their families
