RN CVIC Full-time Nights

Community Health Systems•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and delivers high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families. This role is in the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU), which provides ICU and progressive care for patients after cardiothoracic or cardiovascular surgery and for patients with conditions such as heart failure. The unit has 22 ICU beds and 20 step-down beds, and nurses float between both areas. Patients may require care related to CABG, valve replacement, carotid procedures, thoracotomy, esophagectomy, AAA, fem-pop procedures, LVAD, and VV or VA ECMO. The role offers experience caring for both ICU and progressive patients and using devices such as ECMO, Impella, and LVAD. This is a full-time night position, 5 p.m.–5 a.m., at 0.9 FTE. Critical care responsibilities include administering prescribed medications and treatments, including intravenous therapies; managing ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems; and performing procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
RN state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Assess patients, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Use knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration according to standards of practice.
Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients’ rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection-control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
Monitor and operate medical equipment, including IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators, as needed for patient care and safety.
Promote patient safety by following National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
Make responsible decisions in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including intravenous medications and therapies, in the critical care setting.
Manage complex medical equipment, including ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems.
Perform procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.
Float between the ICU and step-down beds.