Cardiac ICU RN: Life-Saving Critical Care Champion

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Memorial in Chattanooga is seeking a Cardiac ICU Nurse to care for patients with life-threatening cardiac events and to help families navigate daily care and planning for healing after discharge.

You will monitor vitals, escalate changes with the cardiology team, and participate in ongoing education to advance your clinical nursing skills.

The role emphasizes adaptability, thorough assessment, and compassionate patient advocacy in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Associate of Nursing required at hire.
• TN RN license required at hire.
• BLS/CPR certification required at hire.
• ACLS certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostic and patient monitoring (detection of acute changes and escalation).
• Administration and monitoring of therapies and medications.
• Managing rapidly changing situations and priorities.
• Organization and coordination to meet multiple patient needs.
• Maintain a healing environment and patient advocacy.
• Teaching and coaching patients on condition and care.

Skills

CPR

ACLS

BLS

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse (TN)

Job description

CommonSpirit Memorial in Chattanooga is seeking a Cardiac ICU Nurse to care for patients with life-threatening cardiac events and to help families navigate daily care and planning for healing after discharge.

You will monitor vitals, escalate changes with the cardiology team, and participate in ongoing education to advance your clinical nursing skills.

The role emphasizes adaptability, thorough assessment, and compassionate patient advocacy in a high-stakes environment.