Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac ICU

Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac ICU

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: 12 HR Days (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Full-Time)

Scheduled Hours: 36 per week (Three 12-hour shifts, rotating weekends)

Salary Range: $32 - $53 per hour

Job Summary:

Join our team as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cardiac ICU, where you will provide specialized care to patients with critical cardiac conditions. This unit focuses on post-cardiology interventional, post-vascular surgical/interventional, and advanced heart failure patients. The Cardiac ICU is equipped for advanced cardiac care, including CRRT, Impella, Swan-Ganz catheters, and AIBP, but does not handle open-heart surgeries, CABG, or ECMO cases.

Patient Population:

• Post Cardiology Interventional
• Post Vascular Surgical/Interventional
• Advanced Heart Failure

Patient Ratios:

• 1:1 in the ICU
• 1:4 in Telemetry

What You'll Do:

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments, prioritize patient and family needs, and create, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families, ensuring effective communication and support.
• Educate patients, families, and staff about healthcare choices, disease prevention, and management.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop comprehensive care plans, carefully delegating tasks and ensuring timely follow-up.
• Employ problem-solving strategies to address patient and staff needs, always prioritizing safety and efficiency in care delivery.
• Achieve team goals through collaboration, recognize contributions, and commit to continuous growth and community service.

What Will Make You Successful in The Role:

• Strong understanding of nursing and patient care standards, procedures, and hospital policies.
• Knowledge of nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines applicable to your area of practice.
• Proficiency in medical terminology related to health, disease prevention, management, and common medications.
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics, with a strong commitment to patient privacy.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of individuals.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, and scheduling systems.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program.
• Current and valid nursing license.
• BLS certification (must be obtained within 30 days of starting the role).
• Minimum of 1-year recent, full-time experience in Cardiac ICU and/or Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU).

Benefits:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%.
• Debt-free tuition assistance for many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates, and more.
• Immediate access to time off benefits.

If you are an experienced Cardiac ICU nurse with a passion for providing high-quality, compassionate care, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.