REGISTERED NURSE (Pediatric Cardiology Clinic and Procedure Area)

University Of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

391d • $83,574 - $129,605 • Remote

About The Position

The Registered Nurse position in the Pediatric Cardiology Clinic and Procedure Area at the University of Michigan involves providing safe and effective nursing care to patients with congenital and acquired heart diseases, ranging from newborns to adults. This role requires flexibility as it is a float position, assisting with the increasing workload of nurses in the department. Responsibilities include pre and post-procedural care, administering medications, monitoring vital signs and EKGs, and providing moderate sedation for pediatric patients undergoing echocardiograms. The position emphasizes family-centered care and collaboration with the healthcare team in a highly specialized environment.

Requirements

• Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Michigan.
• Minimum of two years recent Critical Care RN experience, including providing moderate sedation and caring for Pediatric patients with Congenital Heart disease, or three years recent Pediatric PACU experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of common congenital heart defects and indicated surgical corrections.
• Ability to stand, walk, position, pull, and lift patients and objects for long periods.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic ICU experience
• Procedural sedation experience
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective nursing care to patients with congenital and acquired heart diseases.
• Assist with pre and post-procedural care for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs and EKGs for imaging studies, including echocardiograms.
• Provide moderate sedation for pediatric patients during echocardiogram studies.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to deliver family-centered care.
• Float to designated units in times of low census.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 2:1 match on retirement savings with immediate vesting.
• Generous Paid Time Off allowances.
• Robust tuition and certification support programs.
• Large offering of no-cost continuing education and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees