Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU). This role requires working with critically ill patients and necessitates a strong foundation in critical care nursing. Unit Information • Number of Beds: 16 • Staffing: 45 All Registered Nurses • Nurse to Patient Ratio: 2:1 • Equipment Used: GE monitors, EV 1000, Hemispheres, CRRT (NextStage), Impella, Swan Ganz, Arterial lines, Chest tubes, Ventilators • Electronic Medical Record System: Meditech Typical Responsibilities • Perform hemodynamic monitoring and manage Swan Ganz catheters, arterial lines, and chest tubes. • Provide comprehensive patient care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. • Administer medications and manage ventilators for critically ill patients. • Assist in CABG recovery and other CVICU-specific procedures. Qualifications • Required: • Minimum of 2 years of critical care nursing experience, preferably in Adult ICU, CVICU, or Neuro ICU. • Ventilator management and proficiency in arterial line, central line, and chest tube management. • Current RN license. • Preferred: • Experience in CVICU-specific care, including CABG recovery, CRRT, and Impella. • Familiarity with Meditech EMR. • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) and CCRN certification. Personality Fit The ideal candidate will be a team player who values collaborative care and works effectively within a dynamic healthcare environment. Schedule Requirements • 2 weekend shifts biweekly. Floating Areas • Medical ICU • Neuro Surgical ICU • Cardiac PCU Dress Code Scrub Color: Royal Blue