Key Responsibilities Provide primary nursing care for cardiovascular ICU patients, including 1:1 care for immediate post-surgical patients and 1:2 care for POD 1–3 patients. Work within a focused, small-unit setting (4 beds) offering meaningful patient relationships and high-acuity clinical experience.
Provide primary nursing care for cardiovascular ICU patients, including 1:1 care for immediate post-surgical patients and 1:2 care for POD 1–3 patients
Support and participate in a new cardiac surgery program launch
Manage and monitor patients requiring advanced hemodynamic support, including balloon pump and Impella devices
Utilize Meditech Expanse for clinical documentation
Float to other units as needed, maintaining the same patient ratio as the CVICU
Adhere to required dress code: Navy Blue scrubs
Required Qualifications
Active RN license valid in Virginia
Minimum 2 years of experience with fresh cardiac surgery patients, including direct primary recovery
ACLS certification required
Experience with balloon pump and Impella management
Training in hemodynamic monitoring systems (Hemosphere or Acumen)
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience in a high-acuity cardiovascular or cardiothoracic ICU setting
Familiarity with Meditech Expanse documentation system
Experience working within a primary nursing care model
Why Join Us
Opportunity to contribute to a newly launched cardiac surgery program in a dynamic, specialized ICU environment
Work within a focused, small-unit setting (4 beds) offering meaningful patient relationships and high-acuity clinical experience