Cardiac -Down Nursing Assistant

About the Unit

8NE & NW, is a 68‑bed unit cardiac step‑down unit that provides an intermediate level of care to patients with cardiac related diagnoses such as coronary artery disease (CAD), congestive heart failure (CHF), myocardial infarction (MI) and heart arrhythmias including 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 arterial sheath removal and Tioksyn administration and are ACLS certified. All patients are continuously monitored by telemetry.

Royal Oak Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #2 hospital in Michigan and one of the top hospitals in the country. It is a major academic and referral center with Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma designations. The advanced capabilities and clinical expertise within this center have earned it a Magnet designation four consecutive times and has the distinct honor of housing Michigan’s first Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence.

Provides care to the patient according to the plan of care, unit routine and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation, either in person or via remote video monitoring, to maximize his/her safety.

Performs general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

Documentation of care provided in the electronic medical record.

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support required
• Current CNA certification preferred

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary

Location:

Royal Oak Hospital – 3601 W 13 Mile Rd – Royal Oak

Department:
Progressive Care Unit Cardiac 8NE – Royal Oak Hosp

Employment Type:

Full Time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

36 hours of work (6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.)

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