CVICU RN: Day Shift | $20k Commitment Bonus | 3x12s

Lifepoint Health®; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & protections

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an RN for the CVICU on a full-time day shift in Hickory, NC. The 8-bed CVICU delivers high-quality care and supports professional growth within a collaborative culture.

The unit offers self-scheduling and strong leadership support. Ideal candidates hold NC RN licensure (compact welcomed), BLS within 30 days, ACLS/PALS within six months, and 2+ years ICU/CVICU experience; BSN preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina RN license (single-state) or compact required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• Two+ years ICU/CVICU/PCU/Intermediate Step-Down experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and identify needs.
• Initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provide age-appropriate care based on the patient's condition.
• Document medical necessity in the medical record.
• Assist in completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan.
• Complete timely QI assessments.

Skills

Critical care nursing

ICU experience

CVICU experience

Patient assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Frye Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an RN for the CVICU on a full-time day shift in Hickory, NC. The 8-bed CVICU delivers high-quality care and supports professional growth within a collaborative culture.

The unit offers self-scheduling and strong leadership support. Ideal candidates hold NC RN licensure (compact welcomed), BLS within 30 days, ACLS/PALS within six months, and 2+ years ICU/CVICU experience; BSN preferred but not required.