CVICU RN: Advanced Cardiac Care, 3-Day Rotating Schedule

Corpus Christi Medical Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &_

Vision

Paid time off & family leave

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Corpus Christi Medical Center - The Heart Hospital is seeking an experienced CVICU RN to deliver high-acuity cardiovascular care. You will care for critically ill patients, including post-open-heart surgery cases, within a dedicated cardiac center.

The role emphasizes autonomous clinical judgment, collaboration with cardiac surgeons, and participation in advanced monitoring, procedures, and care plans. A TX RN license and BLS/ACLS are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (diploma/associate/bachelor).
• Current RN license in Texas or Multi-State Compact; must obtain Texas RN license within 90 days of hire.
• Current BLS and ACLS from American Heart Association required.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical Critical Care/ICU experience as an RN.
• CV experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider; documents care in the medical record.
• Teaches patients and families about condition, status, treatment plan, medications, and follow-up measures; translates complex medical terms.
• Educates patients on non-medicinal follow-up measures such as diet and exercise and self-management.
• Manages evidence-based practices and quality improvement initiatives to meet/exceed quality measures.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to coordinate and deliver a holistic treatment plan.

Skills

Critical care experience

BLS certification

ACLS certification

RN license TX

Cardiovascular experience

Education

RN program (diploma/associate/bachelor)

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred

Job description

Corpus Christi Medical Center - The Heart Hospital is seeking an experienced CVICU RN to deliver high-acuity cardiovascular care. You will care for critically ill patients, including post-open-heart surgery cases, within a dedicated cardiac center.

The role emphasizes autonomous clinical judgment, collaboration with cardiac surgeons, and participation in advanced monitoring, procedures, and care plans. A TX RN license and BLS/ACLS are required.