RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Registered Nurse (RN)We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Cardiac ICU team. This position involves providing exceptional care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.Job DetailsUnit: Cardiac ICUUnit Type: Cardiovascular Intensive CareShift Length: 12 hoursGuaranteed Hours: 36 hours per weekYears of Experience Required: 2 yearsCommon Diagnoses: Fresh open hearts and mixed ICU patientsBed Capacity: 30 bedsPatient Ratios: Typically 1:1 to 1:2Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend; holiday requirement may be requestedScrub Color: NavyShift InformationShifts: 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AMSchedule: Self-scheduling with six weeks advance notice, subject to managerial approvalFloating: May float to telemetry or medical-surgical unitsOrientation and TrainingUnit Orientation: 1-day orientation specific to the unitTesting: Candidates will take a proctored Dysrhythmia Test on the first day, which is pass/failRequired CertificationsACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)BLS (Basic Life Support)NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferredFacility Support ServicesEMR System: CernerRespiratory Therapy: Available 24/7Pharmacy: Available 24/7Hospitalist Coverage: Hospitalist available 24/7IV Team: Not availableNurse Aides: Not providedAdditional NotesCandidates must have recent experience with fresh open hearts and mixed ICU patient care. Strong critical thinking and emotional resilience in high-stress situations are essential for this role.