RN Cardiovascular Step Down Unit

Company: Alaska Regional Hospital
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Description IntroductionAre you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At Alaska Regional Hospital we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an) RN Cardiovascular Step Down Unit and access programs to assist with every stage of your career.BenefitsAlaska Regional Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
  Are you a continuous learner? With more than 94,000 nurses throughout HCA Healthcare, we are one of the largest employers of nurses in the United States. Education is key to excellence! As a majority owner of Galen College of Nursing, which joins Research College of Nursing and Mercy School of Nursing as educational facilities within the HCA Healthcare family, we make it easier and more affordable to gain certifications and job skills. Apply today for our RN Cardiovascular Step Down Unit opening and continue to learn!Job Summary and QualificationsSCHEDULE: This is a part-time position working a mid day shift 4 - 5 days per week. Schedule can be Monday - Friday (4 hours per day) or Tuesday - Friday (5 hours per day) between the hours of 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
  As a highly-skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse in the CVSU Unit you will provide the best possible preventative, supportive, and nursing care to each patient receiving care after having a cardiovascular surgical procedure. You will work to provide patients with an individualized care plan through assessment and planning. Our team supports each other like family and we are looking for someone who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. In this role:
  • You will provide assessment and planning for individualized patient care.
  • You will respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
  • You will provide care for the patient in collaboration with the patient/family, with regard to developmental, cultural and age specific differences, develops and implements patient care plans to include problems, goals, evaluations and interventions.
  • You will communicate effectively with physicians regarding patient s clinical condition and results of diagnostic studies.
  • You will perform nursing duties as needed in the continuum of care for all patients.
  • You will participate in process improvement efforts and activities for the department.
  • You will work collaboratively with Social Service and Pastoral care to support and provide families emotional and end of life resources such as Hospice to facilitate a dignified end.
  • You will act in a composed and professional manner, especially under pressure.What qualifications you will need:
    
    • Current State of Alaska Registered Nurse License.
    • American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification.
    • Associates Degree in Nursing required. BSN is preferred.
    • American Red Cross or American Heart Association Advanced Life Support Course (ALS or ACLS) and Certification
    • Previous critical Care experience strongly preferred. This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).HCA Healthcare s is known for our expertise, compassion and skills. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility. Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery.Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home. We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
      HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If growth and continued learning is important to you, we encourage you to apply for our RN Cardiovascular Step Down Unit opening. Our team will promptly review your application. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Associated topics: asn, cardiothoracic, care, coronary, infusion, intensive care unit, neonatal, nurse, psychiatric, surgical

Keywords: Alaska Regional Hospital, Anchorage , RN Cardiovascular Step Down Unit, Healthcare , Anchorage, Alaska