RN - CVICU

CVICU Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled CVICU Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team in the cardiovascular care unit. This position is designed for RNs with a strong background in cardiac nursing and critical care, offering an opportunity for professional growth and development in one of the nation's Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients aged 16 years and older with primary cardiac diagnoses.
• Monitor and manage patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgeries, including CABG, valve repairs, and PCI.
• Administer therapies such as IABP, Impella, and targeted temperature management.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.
• Participate in training and mentoring programs, enhancing both your skills and those of your colleagues.

Qualifications

• Required Certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years in critical care, with telemetry experience strongly preferred.
• Preferred Certifications: CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) certification is a plus.

Unit Information

The cardiovascular care unit (CVCU) comprises 30 beds, including 18 designated for cardiovascular intensive care (CVICU) and 12 for cardiovascular intermediate care (CVIMCU). The unit specializes in managing patients with heart failure, surgical cardiac, thoracic, and vascular conditions, as well as those experiencing acute coronary syndrome.

The CVCU is committed to providing excellent patient care and fostering a supportive environment for nursing professionals. Our robust training program encompasses a range of cardiovascular intensive care topics from beginner to advanced levels, including IABP training, continuous renal replacement therapy, and ventricular assist devices.

Schedule Details

• Shift: Night, 4x12-Hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30)
• No block scheduling available.

Join us in delivering exceptional cardiac care and advancing your nursing career in a specialized and collaborative environment.