REGISTERED NURSE-Cardiac Prep and Recovery

The Registered Nurse - Cardiac Prep and Recovery plays a vital role in the continuum of cardiac care, ensuring patients are safely and effectively prepared for cardiac procedures and supported through their immediate recovery. They are responsible for the delivery of patient care for assigned patients on a specific shift worked. They are expected to coordination of all aspects of the medical plan and nursing standards of care using the nursing process. The Registered Nurse - Cardiac Prep and Recovery also directs and guides the activities of other personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing. They must be able to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. This role works closely with cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in pre-operative and post-operative settings.
•Ensure proper pre-op preparation including IV placement, assessment, education, lab work, and consent verification.
•Monitor patients in the recovery phase for complications, cardiac stability, pain management, post-anesthesia care, & discharge.
•Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
•Maintain accurate documentation and comply with hospital protocols and safety standards.

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