Cardio Thoracic ICU Registered Nurse - Full-time Shifts

Cardio Thoracic ICU Registered Nurse - Full-time Shifts

We are actively seeking a dedicated and compassionate Cardio Thoracic ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our state-of-the-art Cardio Vascular ICU team. This full-time role offers both day and night shifts, catering to flexible scheduling needs. As a Cardio Thoracic ICU RN, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized care to patients with critical cardiac conditions. This position demands a highly skilled individual who can deliver exceptional patient care under pressure, work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, and manage advanced technology in critical care settings.

Salary: DOE (Dependant on Experience) per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and personalized nursing care to patients in the Cardio Thoracic ICU.
• Monitor patient's vital signs and heart condition, respond to life-saving situations using appropriate nursing techniques.
• Administer medications, maintain detailed paperwork, and assist with the installation and maintenance of intravenous infusions and other therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate effectively with cardiovascular surgeons and other medical professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate patient treatment plans.
• Support and educate patients and their families on treatment protocols while in the ICU.
• Adhere to all hospital safety protocols and standards in caring for critically ill patients.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• BSN required.
• Active New York RN license/registration.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Critical Care & Telemetry.
• Minimum of 3 years of acute care experience in a hospital setting.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification from the American Red Cross.
• Must obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 6 months of employment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in using healthcare software and electronic health records (EHR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a cardio thoracic intensive care unit.
• Additional certifications related to critical care nursing.
• Prior experience with mechanical ventilation systems and post-operative care.
• Demonstrated ability to work in high pressure environments.
• Experience in leading a team or training new staff.

Skills:

• Excellent clinical skills in a high-acuity ICU setting.
• High level of proficiency in handling complex ICU equipment.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Empathetic and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize among diverse health situations.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to adapt to new technologies quickly.