About this unit
Cardiac Progressive Care Unit, is a 30-bed unit cardiac step-down unit that provides an intermediate level of care to patients that typically have a cardiac related diagnosis such as coronary artery disease (CAD), congestive heart failure (CHF), myocardial infarction (MI) and heart arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation (A-fib) and ventricular tachycardia (V-Tach). We also provide pre and post procedure care to patients that have undergone cardiac procedures, such as catheterization/angioplasty, stents, ablations, and placement of pacemakers, and defibrillators. Our nurses receive specialized training in post arterial sheath removal and Tikosyn administration and are ACLS certified. All patients are continuously monitored by telemetry.
If you are teamwork oriented with good critical thinking skills, eager to learn and invested in ongoing learning beyond formal orientation, flexible and able to adapt as patients’ needs and conditions change, able to problem-solve, display patience and empathy toward critical patients with uncertain trajectories, and their families, genuinely enjoy building relationships with others, both patients and colleagues, please consider joining our Cardiac Progressive Care unit!
About Lakeland Hospitals
The health system comprises three hospitals, an outpatient surgery center, a regional cancer center, rehabilitation centers, two long-term care residences, home care and hospice services, and thirty-four affiliate physician practice locations. We provide both inpatient and outpatient medical services throughout Southwest Michigan.
Scope of work
An integral part of the care leadership team, the Hospital Supervisor has responsibility for coordination and delivery of clinical services activities on their assigned shift. In the absence of the department or facility leadership, is responsible for appropriate use of staff, staffing levels, immediate problem solving, management decision making and maintaining a safe environment by ensuring adherence to safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Provides clinical support / leadership for high-risk patients or unusual situations. Accountable for patient census, observation status and appropriate bed utilization. Communicates with patients, families, and the public to promote positive relations, diffuse problems, and address patient/family concerns/issues; consults with Administrator on Call as appropriate. Provides supervision and leadership to hospital staff in collaboration with unit/department level leaders. Facilitates positive change, quality care and appropriate use of resources in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Demonstrates critical thinking, problem resolution, mentoring/education of staff.
How we will care for you, while you care for our patients
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here (https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/benefits-new) .
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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Qualifications
Bachelors in nursing Required.
Master’s degree MS, MSN, MBS, MM, MHA, MPH or other related Preferred.
2 years of relevant experience related nursing experience Required.
2 years of relevant experience recent relevant leadership (i.e., Charge Nurse, Shared Leadership position, Magnet Champion, QSO) Preferred.
MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required.
AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days.
AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Required within 6 months.
AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Required within 180 days.
AHA Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Required within 180 days.
NIHSS NIH Stroke Certification Required within 60 days.
Corewell Health Supervisors are REQUIRED to obtain their nursing administration or professional/specialty certification within 12 months of assuming the role, or within 12 months of achieving eligibility to sit for the exam if not eligible upon hire into the role.
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Primary Location
SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph
Department Name
Cardiac Progressive Care - St Joseph
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Night (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
36
Hours of Work
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.
Days Worked
Variable
Weekend Frequency
Every other weekend
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