Job Overview:
Join our team as a Registered Nurse specializing in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), where your expertise in ICU standards, medication administration, infection control, and occupational health will be vital in providing exceptional care to patients with cardiovascular conditions.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver specialized nursing care to patients in the CVICU, following established protocols and standards.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' cardiovascular conditions and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and assist in cardiac procedures specific to CVICU patients.
- Collaborate closely with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each patient.
- Educate patients and their families on cardiovascular care practices, treatment options, and post-discharge instructions.
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with CVICU-specific regulatory requirements.
- Monitor patients' cardiac status closely, evaluate outcomes, and adjust care plans promptly as needed.
- Participate actively in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and ensure coordinated care efforts for cardiovascular patients.
Requirements:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Prior experience in ICU nursing or related critical care settings is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in infection control practices and sterile processing techniques for cardiac patients.
- Strong clinical skills with the ability to handle critical situations effectively under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members empathetically.
- Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a fast-paced multidisciplinary team.
Embark on a fulfilling career as a Registered Nurse - CVICU where you can utilize your specialized skills to provide compassionate care to patients with cardiovascular conditions. If you are dedicated to improving outcomes for critically ill patients and thrive in a dynamic healthcare setting, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract
Pay: $80.00 - $90.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Supplemental pay types:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Cardiology: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cincinnati, OH 45202: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person