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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care nursing, with a focus on cardiac patients. You will be responsible for providing high-quality care to patients with severe cardiac conditions, including those recovering from heart surgery, heart attacks, and other life-threatening heart issues. Your role will involve close monitoring of patients, administering medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans. You must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, handle high-stress situations, and make quick, informed decisions. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will be interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Additionally, you should be committed to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in cardiac care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients with critical heart conditions, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop care plans.
- Perform diagnostic tests and interpret results.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
- Educate patients and families about heart conditions and treatments.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
- Respond to emergencies and provide life-saving interventions.
- Ensure a sterile and safe environment in the CICU.
- Participate in patient rounds and case discussions.
- Assist in the insertion and maintenance of central lines and other invasive procedures.
- Monitor and manage patients on mechanical ventilation.
- Implement infection control protocols.
- Participate in continuous education and training programs.
- Supervise and mentor junior nursing staff.
- Coordinate patient transfers to and from the CICU.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Advocate for patient needs and preferences.
- Manage and operate specialized cardiac equipment.
- Provide post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a critical care setting.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Strong knowledge of cardiac care and critical care nursing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Ability to handle and operate specialized cardiac equipment.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights and weekends.
- Physical stamina to handle long shifts and physically demanding tasks.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in patient care.
- Ability to provide education and support to patients and families.
- Knowledge of infection control protocols and procedures.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience in a critical care setting?
- How do you handle high-stress situations in the CICU?
- What strategies do you use to provide emotional support to patients and their families?
- How do you stay updated with the latest advancements in cardiac care?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to make a quick decision in an emergency?
- How do you ensure accurate and detailed patient records?
- What is your experience with administering medications and treatments in the CICU?
- How do you collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop care plans?
- Can you describe a challenging case you managed in the CICU and how you handled it?
- What steps do you take to maintain a sterile and safe environment in the CICU?
- How do you manage and operate specialized cardiac equipment?
- What is your approach to educating patients and families about heart conditions and treatments?
- How do you handle patient transfers to and from the CICU?
- Can you describe your experience with mechanical ventilation management?
- How do you ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures?
- What is your approach to mentoring and supervising junior nursing staff?
- How do you advocate for patient needs and preferences?
- Can you describe your experience with infection control protocols?
- How do you manage your time and prioritize tasks in a busy CICU?
- What motivates you to work in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit?