Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in critical care, particularly in the management of cardiovascular patients.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Cardiovascular Intensive Care
• Number of Beds: 12
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 or 1:1 based on acuity
• Common Diagnoses: Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of critical care nursing experience required.
• Certifications: Current ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Skills: Experience with Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), and fresh Open Heart Surgery (OHS) patients.
• Dysrhythmia Exam: Must take and pass the dysrhythmia exam within two attempts prior to signing the contract. A score of 80% is required.
• NCLEX or RN License: Must possess a current nursing license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to individuals in the CVICU.
• Administer medications and manage titratable drips, including but not limited to Dexmedetomidine, Propofol, Dopamine, Norepinephrine, Epinephrine, Levophed, Insulin, and Cardene.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, including Intensivists and Respiratory Therapists, to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain in-room monitoring for cardiac rhythms and utilize telemetry as needed.

Scheduling and Requirements

• Shifts: 12-hour shifts, working 7 days on, followed by 7 days off.
• Weekend Requirement: Required to work 2 weekend shifts per pay period, with flexibility based on the unit’s needs.
• Holiday Requirement: Availability for holiday shifts is expected.
• Floating Requirements: Potential to float to ICU, PCU, MS, and Tele as needed based on department skill requirements.
• Call Requirement: May be required to be on call, with a maximum of 3 calls every 12 weeks.

Additional Information

• Orientation: Unit/department specific orientation will be provided.
• Dress Code: Navy Blue scrubs.
• Technology: Experience with Cerner is preferred.

If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about providing high-quality care in a cardiovascular intensive care setting, we encourage you to apply.