RN, CICU

Cook Children's; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an RN Staff DU for the 14-bed CICU, with shift from 7p to 7a. This role delivers individualized nursing care within the unit's cardiac transplant and VAD-focused care environment, aligning with a strong team approach and a high standard of clinical excellence.

The position emphasizes patient advocacy, safety, and collaborative practice, supporting the cardiac transplant program and specialized workflows.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care using the nursing process within the designated CICU unit.
• Collaborate with unit team to align care with medical plan and patient/family needs.
• Maintain high standards of safety, communication, and service excellence in a 14-bed CICU environment.

Skills

RN License

Critical Care

Patient Care

Education

Associate's in Nursing

Job description

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

Education/Experience

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• 1+ year of 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 Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs. Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands - especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.