CVICU RN
Arlington, TX
Express Healthcare Staffing Travel
3x12 hrs, Days

Responsibilities

Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical patients.

Monitor and assess patients following open-heart surgery, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacement, and other complex cardiac procedures.

Manage patients requiring invasive hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, and advanced cardiovascular support.

Administer and titrate vasoactive medications, inotropes, sedatives, and other critical care medications according to facility protocols.

Monitor cardiac rhythms, arterial lines, central venous pressures, and other hemodynamic parameters.

Assist with the management of advanced cardiac support devices, such as intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), Impella, or ECMO, when trained and required by the facility.

Recognize and respond promptly to life-threatening changes in patient conditions.

Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, recovery, and ongoing care.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records.

Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and evidence-based critical care practices.