Registered Nurse - PHI 2 CVICU

Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Nurse

The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is a 22-bed specialized critical care unit dedicated to the care of patients recovering from cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery, as well as those experiencing advanced heart failure, cardiogenic shock, complex arrhythmias, cardiac arrest, and other critical cardiovascular conditions. The unit includes 16 intensive care beds and 6 progressive care beds, supporting continuity of care from the highest levels of acuity through recovery.

CVICU nurses care for some of the most complex patients in the Heart Institute, utilizing advanced technologies such as invasive hemodynamic monitoring, vasoactive infusions, temporary pacing, mechanical ventilation, mechanical circulatory support, and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO). Team members work alongside cardiovascular surgeons, intensivists, cardiologists, advanced practice providers, perfusionists, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and rehabilitation specialists in a highly collaborative environment.

The CVICU provides a challenging and rewarding setting for nurses seeking to develop advanced critical care expertise while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families facing serious cardiovascular illness.

Why Join Our Team?

• Care for highly complex cardiovascular surgical and medical patients
• Experience with advanced critical care technologies and therapies
• Exposure to ECMO and mechanical circulatory support
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team culture
• Opportunities for specialty certification and professional development
• Regional leader in advanced cardiovascular critical care
• Strong commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork, and lifelong learning

Qualified RN's will receive:

• Competitive Rate of pay
• BSN Premium (If applicable)
• Sign-On Bonus
• Student Loan Repayment- Up to $30,000
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Growth - eXceed nursing recognition program
• Ask about our Hotel Program!

Qualifications:

• Requires a Diploma in nursing or an ASN/BSN
• Valid Indiana Registered Nurse license required. CPR certification.
• Additional certifications may be required for specified areas.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, assist with 100 pounds. (Lifting requirements may be heavier for specified departments.) Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Why Parkview?

• Benefits: Health benefits and Paid Time Off
• Education: Clinical Onboarding and Orientation, Nurse Residency
• Growth: Professional nurse competency advancement program- eXceed
• Recognition: Magnet Recognition, 2018 100 Top Hospitals recognition, Advisory Board Workplace of the Year
• Culture: World-class teamwork, Personalized health journeys for co-workers and family members

11109 Parkview Plaza Dr, Fort Wayne, IN, 46845, US