RN Cardiothoracic Critical Care

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on restaurants and more

Optional identity theft protection

Retirement options with contributions

Job summary

Corewell Health in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit. The role involves providing high-acuity care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, emphasizing critical reasoning and patient-family centered care.

Candidates should have an Associates in Nursing, be a licensed MI RN, and complete a bachelor's degree within 5 years. Benefits include a comprehensive package, discounts, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing is required.
• Bachelors in Nursing must be obtained within 5 years.
• Must hold a valid MI Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification required within 6 months.
• 6+ months of inpatient RN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize nursing process to provide professional nursing care.
• Incorporate patient-family centered care principles in care planning.
• Document education and learning appropriately in health record.

Skills

Critical reasoning

Technical skills

Patient-family centered care

Education

Associates in Nursing

Bachelors in Nursing within 5 years

MI Registered Nurse (RN)

AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS)

AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Specialty Certification within 2 years

Job description

About the Unit

The Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit is a high-acuity 36‑bed cardiac surgical unit focused on fostering continuous learning while developing high level critical reasoning and technical skills. Registered Nurses maintain significant competencies to operate at the top of the nursing licence. Specialty device training includes the management of long‑term left ventricular assist devices, right and left sided Impellas, intra‑aortic balloon pumps, continuous renal replacement therapy, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. The unit supports a culture of engagement and professional growth by encouraging participation in unit/organizational committees, councils, and other professional organizations. Teamwork, accountability, and collaboration are common practice expectations. Registered Nurses and Nurse Technicians work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapy, among several other disciplines to ensure individualized high‑quality care. Continuous quality improvement initiatives provide a landscape for innovation and drive the implementation of evidence‑based practices. Peer‑to‑peer relationships are developed by working side by side to provide an exceptional experience for patients and their loved ones.

Scope of Work

The RN, under the ANA scope of practice, utilizes the framework of the nursing process to provide professional nursing care by incorporating patient‑family centred care principles to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and discharge. The RN provides quality patient care under the direction of the Nurse Leader according to Corewell Health policies and procedures and recognizes the impact of nursing care and patient/family partnerships on patient outcomes. The RN partners with and utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care and develops teaching strategies for patient/family; documents education and learning appropriately in health record.

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing Required
• Bachelors in Nursing Required within 5 years
• MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days
• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Required within 6 months
• Specialty Certification highly recommended within 2 years
• 6+ months of inpatient RN experience preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Policy & Equal Opportunity Statements

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.