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Provide direct patient care in a 20-bed, all-private, fully monitored cardiovascular ICU with patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, or 2:1 depending on acuity
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Care for a complex patient population including post open-heart surgical patients (CABG, valve repair/replacement, dissections, AAA, vascular procedures, carotids), STEMI, cardiogenic shock, cardiomyopathy, severe heart failure, TAVRs, ventilated patients, and ICU overflow patients
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Manage and titrate multiple vasoactive and sedation drips simultaneously, including dopamine, dobutamine, levophed, epinephrine, vasopressin, cleviprex, propofol, fentanyl, midazolam, insulin, heparin, and esmolol
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Operate and troubleshoot specialty intervention equipment including IABPs, Impella devices, Swan-Ganz catheters, ECMO, external pacemakers, CRRT, and ventilators (including CPAP, BiPAP, heated high flow, and nitric oxide)
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Manage invasive lines including PICC, midlines, CVCs, Swan-Ganz catheters, and arterial lines (radial and femoral); independently read and interpret cardiac monitor strips using Philips monitoring systems
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Float to all levels of care as needed; travelers are expected to assume a full patient team assignment
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Active RN licensure in Illinois or compact state eligibility
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Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required; candidates must be able to function independently from day one without unit-specific training for equipment or patient population
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BLS certification required
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Proficiency in cardiovascular ICU skills including swan management, arterial lines, CVCs, temporary pacemakers, IABP, drip titration, and ventilator management
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Strong cardiac strip interpretation, critical thinking, assessment skills, and ability to perform in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment
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Work in a high-acuity, technology-rich cardiovascular ICU environment with 24/7 charge nurse coverage, house supervision, respiratory therapy, and advanced practice provider support
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Gain exposure to a broad and complex cardiovascular patient population with cutting-edge interventional equipment and procedures
