Job Description
The Night Medical/Surgical Cardiac Hospitalist role involves assessing, planning, and coordinating care for cardiac patients, focusing on progress toward discharge and transitions within the hospital stay.
Provides primary and emergency care, implements physician orders, administers medications, performs treatments, and documents care according to regulations.
Orders and evaluates diagnostic tests, assesses patient needs, and applies sound nursing judgment in care decisions.
Collaborates with the nursing team to develop care plans, guides ancillary staff, and maintains professional standards.
Requires a nursing diploma or degree, current RN license, BLS and ACLS certification, and preferably prior nursing assistance experience.
Serves a 29-bed cardiac unit with patients from diverse backgrounds, requiring telemetry monitoring after cardiac procedures, aged 18 to 100+.
Role involves handling sensitive information in compliance with privacy regulations and maintaining confidentiality.
