Registered Nurse CVICU

Heart Hospital of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Education support

Paid time off

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Heart Hospital of Austin is seeking a Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU). You will assess patients, develop and implement plans of care, and administer medications as ordered by physicians.

You will direct and monitor care by non-licensed staff and work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality cardiovascular care. You will monitor cardiac status, respond to dysrhythmias, interpret hemodynamics, participate in discharge

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as an RN in an acute care setting.
• Current State of Texas RN license or Compact RN license; if Compact, Texas license must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• BLS required per St. David's Healthcare policy.
• ACLS certification required per policy.
• NIH Stroke Scale must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and revise plan of care; regularly evaluate effectiveness.
• Conduct cardiac monitoring and identify dysrhythmias; treat as needed.
• Monitor hemodynamic status and interpret results.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.
• Administer medications and complete treatments per hospital policy.
• Delegate work to non-licensed staff per standards of practice.
• Communicate with Resource Nurses, Team Leaders, and Physicians.
• Provide education to patients and families about care and treatments.
• Facilitate discharge plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Deliver competent care and maintain a safe, comforting environment to ensure high patient satisfaction.

Skills

Cardiac monitoring

Assessment planning

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – preferred

Job description

As the nation's largest private employer of Registered Nurses, we're honored by the trust of over 100,000 nurses and committed to supporting safe, high-quality care for which they can practice. That's why more than 80% of our hospitals earn an A or B Leapfrog safety grade, rank in the top 5% nationally for patient outcomes through Health Grades, or are recognized as Magnet or Pathway to Excellence facilities. Join us!

Job Summary And Qualifications

As a Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), you will be responsible for performing patient assessments, developing a plan of care, and implementing and evaluating care. You will administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians. As the Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for directing, monitoring and evaluating the care delegated to non-licensed personnel on the team. As a member of the interdisciplinary care team, you will work collaboratively with the other members to assure the safe and accurate delivery of care.

• You will formulate a plan of care, revise the plan based on the patient's response to treatment and regularly evaluate plan for effectiveness
• You will conduct cardiac monitoring and identify dysrhythmias and treat appropriately
• You will monitor the hemodynamic status of patients and correctly interpret the results
• You will consult and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop, evaluate and revise the plan of care to meet the patient's needs and goals
• You will administer medications and complete treatments according to hospital policy
• You will delegate work appropriately to non-licensed staff in accordance with standards of practice
• You will communicate with Resource Nurses, Team Leaders, and Physicians
• You will provide education materials to patients and families on care and treatments
• You will facilitate discharge plans in collaboration with the care team
• You will deliver competent care and ensure a safe and comforting environment resulting in a high level patient satisfaction

Requirements

Experience

• 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in an acute care setting

Education

• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – preferred

License and Certifications

• Current State of Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact Registered Nursing License. If Compact License Texas license must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required as per St. David's Healthcare policy
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required as per St. David's Healthcare policy
• NIH Stroke Scale must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Heart Hospital of Austin, a proud member of St. David's HealthCare, stands as a leading 72-bed facility renowned for its exceptional performance in cardiovascular care. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, the hospital provides a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department to address urgent health needs. With innovative programs like the Executive Wellness Program and the Advanced Heart Failure Program, including cutting-edge therapies such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and the left ventricular assist device (LVAD), patients receive world-class treatment. Boasting six operating rooms - three of which are hybrid - alongside three catheterization labs and expert electrophysiology services, Heart Hospital of Austin is equipped to handle complex cardiovascular cases effectively. With an impressive track record as a 12-year recipient of Merative's (formerly PINC AI) 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals award and recognition from Healthgrades as Texas's No. 1 cardiac program for six consecutive years, the hospital is a beacon of excellence. Additionally, it hosts one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programs globally, solidifying its commitment to advancing heart health for patients everywhere.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Be a part of an organization that leverages our size to make a real impact in our industry! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Registered Nurse CVICU opening.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.