Job Opportunity – Cardiac ICU RN – Ohio
Start Date: October 5, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 36 hours per week, night shift. Weekdays and some weekends with rotating holidays. Up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule period (Friday/Saturday for night shift). Float requirements within units of equivalent or lower acuity level, no more than once every 4 weeks.
Highlights:
- Cardiovascular ICU specializing in cardiac, vascular, and thoracic patients including CABG, valve repair, TAVR, heart/lung transplant, VAD implantation, and ECMO
- Patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:2 ensuring quality, individualized care
- Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
- Advanced equipment and procedures including ventricular assist devices, ECMO, CRRT, hemodynamic monitoring, IABP, and Impella
- 30-bed unit with 36 hours of orientation provided
- One pre-approved time-off period available during assignment
Requirements:
- Valid RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
- 2 years of Cardiac ICU experience preferred
- BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS certification required
- Epic charting experience required
- Previous travel experience preferred
- Proficiency in IV starts, telemetry, ventilators, Swan-Ganz catheters, conscious sedation, balloon pumps, and PA lines required
- Nursing education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- 2 professional references required (at least one from manager/director or formal leadership)
- Ability to complete urgent fingerprinting requirements for Ohio compliance
- Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work in a high-acuity cardiovascular ICU environment with some of the most advanced cardiac care technologies and patient populations. You'll be part of a collaborative team managing complex post-operative cardiac and thoracic patients, utilizing cutting-edge equipment and protocols. This role is ideal for experienced cardiac critical care nurses seeking to advance their skills in a comprehensive academic medical center setting while maintaining excellent nurse-to-patient ratios.