RN, ICU

Cardiovascular Registered Nurse (RN) - NightsThe Cardiovascular Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes clinical judgment skills to diagnose and treat patient responses to actual or potential health conditions. As a crucial member of the Cardiovascular Unit (CVU), the RN will care for over 4000 cardiology patients annually, participating in procedures including PTCA, stents, TAVR, MitraClip, and bi-ventricular pacemakers. The unit also specializes in the care of patients with congestive heart failure and electrophysiology studies.Provide comprehensive nursing care to cardiovascular patients.Administer medications and monitor vital signs.Assist in various cardiology procedures and interventions.Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and medications.Minimum of 1 year of ICU experience (floating experience is not acceptable).EKG experience is mandatory.Michigan RN license verification required.Current ACLS and BLS certifications.Willingness to float to similar units, including Neuro, CVICU, and Trauma (preferred).Experience managing vents, CRRT, and balloon pumps is preferred.A completed skills checklist within one year of application is required.This position involves a full-time night shift with 12-hour shifts and a 36-hour weekly guarantee. You may be required to work every other weekend and possible on-call hours.This is a 13-week contract position.