RN Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in the CVICU/CCU role provides specialized critical care to patients requiring cardiovascular intensive care and coronary care unit services. This position demands strong Day 0 CVICU skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a community hospital setting to deliver high-quality patient care. The nurse will perform assessments, administer treatments, and participate in interdisciplinary team efforts to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role includes night shifts with weekend rotations and requires participation in call rotations. Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular patients in the CVICU and CCU units.
• Perform patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and manage complex cardiovascular treatments and interventions.
• Administer medications and therapies according to established protocols and physician orders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in patient care planning and case management activities.
• Respond to emergencies and provide advanced cardiac life support as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and clinical observations.
• Participate in call rotation, taking one call shift per two-week period as required.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Active Colorado Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of RN critical care experience, specifically with Day 0 CVICU expertise.
• BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association.
• Strong cardiovascular intensive care skills and knowledge.
• Mandatory influenza vaccination (no declinations) required from October 1st through April.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• PALS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Experience working in a community hospital with 24/7 Cath Lab services.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary team collaboration and case management.

Special Considerations:

• Must be willing to work 12-hour night shifts including weekend rotations.
• Required to participate in call rotation, taking one call shift every two weeks as needed.
• Work environment includes a smaller independent hospital setting focused on community-based care.
• Flu vaccination is mandatory with no declinations accepted.
• Housing options available near the hospital for travelers, subject to availability.

Scheduling:

• 12-hour night shifts with weekend rotations.
• Shift assignments include a call rotation with one call shift per two-week period.
• Schedule is designed to support a consistent staffing model while meeting patient care needs.