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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Nurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this role, you will provide specialized nursing care to patients with severe cardiac conditions in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Your expertise will be crucial in monitoring, assessing, and treating patients who require intensive cardiac care, including those recovering from major heart surgeries, heart attacks, or other life-threatening cardiovascular events. As a Cardiovascular ICU Nurse, you will collaborate closely with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to deliver evidence-based care and ensure optimal patient outcomes. You will be responsible for administering medications, managing advanced life support equipment, and responding rapidly to changes in patient conditions. Your ability to remain calm under pressure, make critical decisions, and communicate effectively with patients and their families will be essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care nursing, with specific experience in cardiovascular or cardiac intensive care settings. You should be skilled in interpreting cardiac rhythms, managing ventilators, and providing post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients. A commitment to ongoing professional development and a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care are key attributes for success in this role. If you are a motivated nurse seeking to make a significant impact in the lives of patients with complex cardiac needs, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our Cardiovascular ICU team.
Responsibilities
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- Administer medications and intravenous therapies
- Operate and manage advanced cardiac life support equipment
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Provide post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients
- Educate patients and families about cardiac conditions and treatments
- Respond rapidly to changes in patient status and emergencies
- Document patient care accurately and thoroughly
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain a safe and sterile environment
Requirements
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- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Minimum 2 years of critical care or ICU experience
- Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Strong knowledge of cardiac care and monitoring
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in high-pressure situations
- Attention to detail and strong critical thinking skills
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have a valid RN license?
- How many years of ICU or critical care experience do you have?
- Are you certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)?
- Describe your experience with cardiac monitoring and interventions.
- How do you handle high-stress situations in the ICU?
- Are you willing to work night shifts and weekends?
- What strategies do you use to educate patients and families?
- Have you worked with post-operative cardiac surgery patients?
- How do you ensure accurate and thorough documentation?
- What motivates you to work in cardiovascular intensive care?
