Cardiac Progressive Care RN — Flexible Roles & Team Care

Arkansas Heart Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Heart Hospital in Little Rock seeks a dedicated RN for our Progressive Critical Care Unit. The RN will manage an array of cardiac, medical, and surgical patients, delivering patient-centered care on a team with providers and unlicensed staff.

The role emphasizes clinical judgment, advocacy, and collaboration to ensure the highest-quality outcomes. BLS/ACLS within required timeframes and ongoing education are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure in current state or Nursing Compact.
• BLS within 30 days of hire and prior to clinical orientation.
• ACLS prior to completion of clinical orientation.
• CCRN preferred.
• 1 year cardiac or critical care nursing experience (new graduate RN residency exception).
• Certifications must be renewed by their due date.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and report changes.
• Perform procedures and monitor patient status as ordered by provider.
• Document care in medical records in a timely, thorough manner.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor effectiveness.
• Provide care for pre/post cardiothoracic, cardiac, medical and surgical patients.
• Support education for patients and caregivers.

Skills

Cardiac/critical care nursing

Clinical judgment

Advocacy

Collaboration

Nursing documentation

Patient education

Ventilator management

Vasoactive infusions

Continuous learning

Education

RN license in current state

BSN preferred

Tools

Cardiac monitoring equipment

Ventilators

BIPAP machines

Job description

Arkansas Heart Hospital in Little Rock seeks a dedicated RN for our Progressive Critical Care Unit. The RN will manage an array of cardiac, medical, and surgical patients, delivering patient-centered care on a team with providers and unlicensed staff.

The role emphasizes clinical judgment, advocacy, and collaboration to ensure the highest-quality outcomes. BLS/ACLS within required timeframes and ongoing education are essential for success.