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RN/Registered Nurse - Progressive Coronary Care Unit (PCCU) - Full Time

Job Title
RN/Registered Nurse - Progressive Coronary Care Unit (PCCU) - Full Time
Job ID
819169
Location
Falls Church, VA, 22042 
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Description
**We are seeking a full time RN in the Progressive Coronary Care Unit at Inova Fairfax Hospital**

3x12 hour shifts- d/n rotation

The Progressive Coronary Care Unit (PCCU) consists of a 28 bed unit on the first floor of
the INOVA Heart and Vascular Institute (IHVI). Patients admitted have diagnoses
primarily involving the cardiac system, and may or may not require invasive intervention.
All patients require cardiac telemetry monitoring, frequent nursing assessment, and
therapeutic intervention. Admission criteria outline the parameters for admission to the
unit. Care needs of the patients admitted may include, but are not necessarily limited to
patients requiring:
• Post myocardial infarction care
• Unstable angina care
• Dysrhythmia management
• Pre and post cardiac catheterization care
• Pre and post percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
• Pre and post electrophysiology study and ablation care
• Pre and post pacemaker implantation care
• End stage cardiomyopathy care/ congestive heart failure care
• Pre and post cardioversion care
• Conduction of cardiology and nursing research studies
• Pre-open heart surgery
• Medical patient overflow when census dictates

The Inova RN provides knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patient, family, nurse and healthcare delivery team. Consistently provides safe, therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way. Incorporates differences into the provision of care. All patient care and interactions are patient and family centered. Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum to include patient and family education. Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines. Uses an integrated approach toward patient outcomes. Nursing serves as an empowering body to influence patient empowerment as well as successful outcomes of financial and clinical quality through relationships and access based knowledge. Utilizes standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery. The process for delivery of care is synthesized from direct patient/family communication, technology, and other healthcare team member collaboration. Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice; serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills demonstrated in decision making and problem solving.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN required; MSN preferred.

Minimum 1 year RN experience required.

Proficient in English. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others.

Proficient computer skills required.

RN licensed; eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an RN. AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider certification required.
 
Schedule Type full time
Schedule Days Vary
Shift 12 hour Day/Night
Required Skills

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN required; MSN preferred.

Minimum 1 year RN experience required.

Proficient in English. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others.

Proficient computer skills required.

RN licensed; eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an RN. AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider certification required.

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