Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

2 days ago


Santa Cruz, California, United States Universal Healthcare Resources Full time
Job Title: Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week contract in our Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) within a mixed medical-surgical unit in Santa Cruz, CA.

Job Summary:

This role is ideal for a nurse with a strong background in immediate post-operative cardiac surgery recovery. The successful candidate will provide exceptional care to patients recovering from complex cardiovascular surgeries and work collaboratively with a dedicated medical team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct patient care to critically ill cardiovascular patients, particularly in the immediate post-operative phase.
  • Monitor and manage patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, including those recovering from mitral, aortic, and tricuspid valve replacements, CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting), and AAA (Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm) repair.
  • Utilize advanced nursing skills to operate and manage IABP (Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump), CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy), and ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) when necessary.
  • Administer medications, treatments, and monitor patient responses, documenting care accurately in the Cerner EMR system.
  • Collaborate with a cardiothoracic surgeon, CTS PA (Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant), and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Float to other units as needed, with a requirement to be the first to float.
  • Participate in weekend and holiday rotations as required.
  • Be on-call or in standby as per unit requirements.
Unit Details:

The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) within a mixed medical-surgical unit is a dynamic and challenging environment that requires a high level of skill and expertise. The unit is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by a team of experienced healthcare professionals.

Qualifications:
  • Current RN license.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit or related acute care setting.
  • Recent and proficient experience in immediate post-op cardiac surgery recovery.
  • Required certifications: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale), COVID Vaccine Certification.
Preferred but not required:
  • Experience with IABP, CRRT, and ECMO.
  • Proficiency with the Cerner EMR system.
Application Process:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resume and proof of required certifications. This 13-week contract position in Santa Cruz, CA, offers the opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, providing critical care to cardiovascular patients in a leading medical-surgical unit.



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