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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, valves, dissections, AAA), STEMI, cardiogenic shock, cardiomyopathy, severe heart failure, TAVRs, ventilated patients, and overflow ICU patients
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Titrate multiple vasoactive and sedation drips including dopamine, dobutamine, levophed, epinephrine, vasopressin, propofol, fentanyl, versed, insulin, heparin, and others per protocol or written order
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Operate and troubleshoot specialty intervention equipment including IABPs, Impellas, Swan-Ganz catheters, ECMO, external pacemakers, CRRT, and ventilators; manage lines including PICC, midlines, CVCs, arterial lines (radial and femoral)
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Read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips independently; all patients monitored via Philips monitoring system with monitor tech support available
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Float to all levels of care as needed; expected to take a full patient team assignment; work every other weekend and every other holiday
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Active Illinois RN license (or confirmation that the application process has been initiated)
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BLS certification required
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Minimum 3–5 years of CVICU experience with demonstrated ability to independently manage a complex cardiovascular ICU patient population
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Proficiency with swans, CVCs, arterial lines, temporary pacemakers, IABPs, and drip titration; must be able to function independently from day one — unit is unable to provide training for equipment or patient population
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Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation, critical thinking, assessment, and communication skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
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Must pass a drug screen; facility maintains a drug-free campus policy
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Candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility will be subject to a local rate adjustment
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ACLS certification preferred
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CCRN certification is a plus
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Experience with immediate post-operative cardiac surgical patients, VAD management, or heart transplant care is highly desirable
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Prior travel nursing experience in ICU settings with demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to new environments
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Work in a high-acuity, specialized cardiovascular ICU environment with access to advanced technology including ECMO, Impella, CRRT, and nitric oxide — an exceptional opportunity for experienced CVICU nurses seeking a challenging and rewarding assignment
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Benefit from 24/7 charge nurse and house supervisor coverage, respiratory therapy support around the clock, and a collaborative care team including CV and CCS APNs/PAs
