RN, CICU

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 82,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth is seeking an RN Staff DU for the CICU on the third shift (7p–7a). This role delivers competent nursing care within the established medical plan, using the nursing process and strong teamwork to meet patient acuity and safety needs.

You will hold an Associate’s degree in Nursing, an active TX RN license, BLS certification, and have at least 1 year of direct nursing experience. PALS/NRP and unit-specific certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• CICU and/or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Active, unrestricted TX Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS - American Heart Association.
• PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care within the nursing process.
• Collaborate with the care team to address unit acuity and safety needs.
• Advocate for patients and families while supporting specialized CICU workflows.

Skills

CICU experience

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

Education

Associate's in Nursing

Tools

TX RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Summary:

The RN, Staff DU (Designated Unit) is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment within a specific clinical unit. Operating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the unique needs and acuity of the unit’s patient population. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff DU serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness and specialized workflows of the designated clinical team.

Location:

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department:

CICU

Shift:

Third Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

36

Summary:

The RN, Staff DU (Designated Unit) is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment within a specific clinical unit. Operating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the unique needs and acuity of the unit’s patient population. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff DU serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness and specialized workflows of the designated clinical team.

14 Bed CICU with cardiac transplant and ventricular assist devices for Heart Transplant program.

Shift: 7p - 7a

Experience

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• CICU and/or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Associate's in Nursing.
• Active, unrestricted TX Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS - American Heart Association.

Post hire Requirements:

• PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines.

About Us:

Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.