RN- Intermediate/Critical Care

College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy; Pinehurst (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free fitness center membership

Educational assistance

Exclusive employee discounts

Competitive retirement savings with 4%

Job summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is seeking a skilled registered nurse to join the CVT unit, an 18-bed acuity-adaptable service for cardiothoracic and vascular surgery patients. You will contribute to high-level patient care, from admission through discharge, with emphasis on assessment, monitoring, and ventilator management.

The role requires an NC or compact-state RN license, BCLS and ACLS certification, and at least two years of relevant nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Active NC RN license or compact-state RN license.
• BCLS and ACLS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Care for CVT patients in an 18-bed unit, including post‑op cardiothoracic and vascular cases.
• Provide patient assessment, manage drains and ventilators, and ensure ACLS readiness from admission to discharge.

Skills

ACLS certification

Nursing assessment

Job description

Overview

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system serving central North Carolina. With four hospitals and more than 600 beds, we provide advanced, patient‑centered care across the region. Our system includes the Reid Heart Center-home to the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center-offering leading‑edge cardiac services.

More than 6,500 employees support our mission across 75+ locations within a 15‑county service area. FirstHealth has earned numerous distinctions for exceptional patient care and outcomes, with honors from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker’s Healthcare.

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we are committed to supporting both the professional growth and personal well‑being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive, including:

• Free membership to any of our seven FirstHealth Fitness Centers
• Educational assistance through FirstU to support academic and professional development
• Exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot
• Competitive retirement savings plan with employer match

These benefits reflect our dedication to creating an environment where your career and well‑being come first. Join us as we work toward our goal of becoming the best place to work in health care.

Responsibilities

CVT is an 18-bed acuity adaptable unit specializing cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, and management of Intra‑aortic balloon pumps, and Impella devices. Nurses develop strong assessment skills and become experts at managing drip titrations, chest tubes, and ventilators.

With the acuity adaptable approach, nurses manage care of the patient requiring open heart surgery from admission through discharge. This setting provides for efficient patient care and strengthens the nurse/patient relationship. Nurses are required to obtain and maintain ACLS certification.

Qualifications

• Requirements:
• Valid NC RN License or Compact State RN License
• BCLS & ACLS required
• 2 Years of experience required