CVICU

Description: Unit Information:CVICU 3rdfloorHeart TowerLocation: 3rdfloorHeart TowerAddress:509

Biltmore AveFloor: 3rdBuilding: E= Heart TowerGeneral Information Tell us about the unit 19 bed mixed unit CVICU/CVRU who runs with a 1:2 or 1:1 ratio depending on acuity. Hold over downgraded patients may be 1:3. A unit with highly trained CVICU/CVRU charges nurses who are free to assist you with any issues. We also have an educator who will begin your orientation. 13 dayshift RNS and 11 nightshift RNS with anurse s aide on all shifts. We provide heart surgery to around 850 hearts per year. Core nurses are trained in critical care, heart care, recovery and all devices as they progress through their career. An ECMO team nurse run for those who need, Also Impellas, IABP and LVADS regularly. This is a high acuity, friendly unit which loves to give great care. GE monitors and a Cerner EMR.Typical hiring profileSkill Set Most recruited for:Must have:candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role. BLS/ACLS Critical Care training 2 years CVICU or CVRU experience. A love for surgical heart care High energy, upbeat personalityPreferred or nice to have:candidates with these skills will be considered first.Certification in Critical Care, Cardiac Surgery or Recovery Room careList typical procedures performed on unit(s): IABP IMPELLA Hemodynamics Frequent ambulation of patients Pulling Chest TUBES Pulling Pacer wires LVADS care (supported by team) Intubation/ExtubationBest personality Fit: High energy, friendly nurse who is a life learner and who has critical care, cardiac skills or recovery skillsREQUIRED

CERTIFICATIONS: ACLSFloating Area(s): All ICUS and Stepdown Where needed to other units alsoDress Code: Scrub Color/Attire - navy blue or white scrubs, nursing shoes, hair off shoulder, no fake nails,Unit Guidelines/Policies:Please feel free to attach unit policies and guidelines. Nurse will arrive to unit ready for work no earlier than 7 minutes prior or postshift start 0645 Overtime must be approved by CNCs Please see attached notes. However pretty much if you haven t done it here please have a second nurse (CNC) guide you. We want you safeWeekends and On call(if any) Every other. Extra days off in contract please General Comments Position creation reason:Vacant

Position: 91