Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
Duration: 16 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a critical care setting
License: Active RN license required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, CCRN preferred
Must-Have: Telemetry experience
Description:
The position involves providing care to patients with primary cardiac diagnoses.
Patients served include those with heart failure, post-cardiac arrest, and surgical cardiac cases.
Responsibilities include managing IABP therapy, Impella insertion, and performing pacemaker insertions.
Nurses will care for patients with acute coronary syndrome, interventional cardiology, and electrophysiology services.
Experience in a blended unit setting is essential, managing both cardiovascular intensive care and intermediate care.
The unit emphasizes a strong commitment to excellent patient care and employs a multidisciplinary approach.
Nursing staff will have access to a robust training program, focusing on cardiovascular care essentials.
Knowledge in advanced procedures such as continuous renal replacement therapy and hypothermia protocol is beneficial.
Critical care nursing experience is vital for success in this role.
Candidates must possess the ability to float within the facility and to nearby facilities as needed.
A focus on mentorship and professional growth is prioritized in the workplace.
Strong cardiovascular care skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team are required.