Registered Nurse RN Advanced Cardiovascular ICU Ecmo Full-time Days & Nights Available
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides care in AdventHealth’s 32-bed Advanced Cardiac Surgical Intensive Care Unit, caring for critically ill patients requiring cardiac surgical recovery and advanced support, including ECMO/ECLS, total artificial hearts, LVADs, heart and lung transplants, CABGs, valve procedures, and care for adults with congenital heart defects. The unit is a Platinum-level Center of Excellence for ECMO care and uses a collaborative patient care model supported by RNs, ECMO specialists, and nurse technicians, with 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios. The team works with cardiothoracic surgeons, critical care physicians, and advanced practice providers across multiple specialties. The RN conducts comprehensive patient assessments, develops and implements individualized care plans, administers medications and treatments safely, monitors patient responses, educates patients and families, collaborates with care teams, and documents care and outcomes. Full-time schedules are 36 hours per week, with night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. available. The position is located in Orlando, Florida.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Nursing.
- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
- Organizational and multitasking skills.
- Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
- Ability to work as a team member within a unit.
- Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills.
- EKG competency.
- Fluency in English, including reading, speaking, and writing.
- Basic computer skills and ability to navigate Microsoft Windows-based programs.
- Ability to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patients, evaluate interventions, and revise plans of care based on outcomes.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- At least one year of experience in an acute care hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans, evaluating and revising them as necessary.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
- Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies.
- Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical-record documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes.
Benefits
- Medical insurance from day one.
- Dental insurance from day one.
- Vision insurance from day one.
- Life insurance from day one.
- Disability insurance from day one.
- Paid time off from day one.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Four weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
- Career development.
- Whole-person well-being resources.
- Mental health resources and support.
- Pet benefits.
- Eligible clinicians may earn salary increases of up to 20% through the voluntary Clinical Ladder Program, subject to eligibility, advancement level, and organizational guidelines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
