CVPICU Nurse Career Guide

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Overview

A Pediatrics Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (CVPICU RN) is a specialized healthcare professional who provides critical care to pediatric patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. Pediatric CICU RNs play a crucial role in delivering advanced medical care, monitoring and support to young patients with heart-related illnesses.

Essential Job Functions:

Pediatrics Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit RNs are responsible for closely

Education

To become a CVPICU RN, individuals need to complete a nursing education program. This typically includes obtaining an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.

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Related certifications

After completing their nursing education, aspiring CVPICU RNs must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) to become a licensed RN. Additional certifications, such as Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Pediatric Cardiac Care, are often required or strongly recommended.

State licenses process and requirements

All 50 states require state licensure to become a professional nurse. Review the step-by-step process to obtain or renew your RN license in each one.
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Skills

Staff and Travel Pediatrics Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit RNs need a strong foundation in pediatric nursing principles, as well as specialized knowledge of cardiovascular health. Exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills are essential for managing complex patient cases and collaborating with medical teams and families.

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Responsibilities

CVPICU RNs provide specialized care to pediatric patients recovering from cardiac surgery, heart transplants and other cardiovascular interventions. They closely monitor patients' hemodynamics, administer medications, manage ventilators and provide emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.

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CVPICU Nurse
$1,679-3,044/week

The average salary for a CVPICU Nurse is $2,256.51 per week.

Last updated on April 19, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Pros & Cons

Becoming a Pediatrics Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit RN offers numerous rewards, including the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of young patients and their families. The role is intellectually stimulating and provides ongoing opportunities for skill development in critical care and pediatric cardiology.

However, working in a CVPICU can be emotionally demanding due to the high acuity of

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CVPICU Nurse Jobs


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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVPICU

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Days, Nights, Flexible

$3,730/week

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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVPICU

  • Dallas, TX
  • Talent4Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,926/week

Posted 7 days ago
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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVPICU

  • Loma Linda, CA
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,890/week

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Posted 1 day ago
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Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVPICU

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,625/week

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