Cardiovascular Intermediate Care Unit RN
Memorial Hermann Health System
Atascocita, TX

RN - CVIMU, Nights (Southwest)

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process. Provides professional nursing care to patients, including conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records.
As a part of the CVIMU at Southwest, you will provide care for a mixed-acuity of patients who are recovering from post-surgical cardiothoracic procedures such as CABG, MVR, and AVR. Along with recovery, nurses on this unit manage non-titratable cardiac drips and care management utilizing telemetry monitoring. Experience with telemetry, cardiac monitoring, cardiac care, or IMU population preferred.

• 29 CVIMU beds
• Rapid patient turnover, very fast pace
• 4-5:1 ratio
• Holds cath lab, preop and post op patients.
• Willing to grow someone who wants ICU exp.
• Orientation 6 weeks to 3 months depending on experience

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• RN I <1 year
• RN II = 1-3 years
• RN III = 3-10 years
• RN IV = 10+ years