Registered Nurse - CVICU

Children's Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Minnesota’s CVICU is a 25-bed pediatric unit delivering advanced care for heart conditions with ECMO/CRRT capabilities. This MNA contract role focuses on coordinating family-centered pediatric nursing care across the care team.

You will provide professional nursing functions, work with interdisciplinary professionals, and contribute to learning and growth within a highly technical, family‑centered environment.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota RN licensure.
• Current BLS certification; PALS required or obtained during orientation.
• Additional certification(s) may be required within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide family-centered nursing care to infants, children and adolescents.
• Coordinate nursing functions and delegated medical tasks in collaboration with the health team.
• Maintain professional practice and participate in the unit's multidisciplinary care.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

PALS certification

Family-centered care

Education

RN licensure in Minnesota

BLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Department Overview

Our cardiovascular intensive care unit (CVICU) is a 25‑bed pediatric critical care unit for patients with complex conditions and their families. As a member of the largest pediatric heart program in the state, our team works closely with more than 200 interdisciplinary professionals dedicated to the care of children with life‑changing cardiovascular diagnoses. We specialize in caring for children experiencing heart failure, after repair of congenital heart defects and heart catheterization, and before and after transplant. We routinely utilize extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) and ventricular assist devices (VAD) in the care we provide. Our patient population requires hemodynamic monitoring, critical medication management, maintenance of systemic perfusion, and management of organ failure. Our team combines a highly technical skill set with a family‑centered approach. We value teamwork, open communication, safety and respect. We embrace an environment that encourages learning and professional growth. Our team is committed to providing excellent care to our patients and families.

Position Summary

Coordinates and provides family‑centered nursing care to infants, children and adolescents, utilizing the nursing process. Accountable for professional practice including independent nursing functions and delegated medical functions performed in collaboration with other health team members. THIS IS AN MNA CONTRACT POSITION.

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Minnesota RN licensure.
• Current BLS certification.
• Based upon the unit in which you are applying, additional certification(s) may be required. Department specific required qualifications need to be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required or obtained during orientation.

Physical Demands

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Compensation and Benefits

The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full‑time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part‑time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full‑time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs. In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on‑call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.