CVICU RN
Nashville, TN
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,703/weekOverview
- Start Date12/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care655 beds
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- State license license in Tennessee
- Cardiovascular ICU Nurse or Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Nurse (2 years)
Description
General Information
This position is for a Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cardio-Vascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU). The unit has a total of 16 beds and works on a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:2, with a 1:1 ratio for certain device patients.
Unit Staffing Description
- Free floating charge nurse available for staff support.
- Unit secretary and Administrative Care Tech are present Monday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
- Student Nurse Externs assist nurses with tech duties on variable shifts.
Equipment and Technology
- Phillips bedside telemetry monitors
- Hill-Rom beds
- Alaris IV pumps
Documentation System
Meditech is utilized for documentation.
Scheduling Requirements
- 2 weekends per month
- 1 summer holiday (Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day)
- 2 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
Floating Policy
Employees may float as needed, typically to other ICU’s, but may include other floors as necessary.
Hiring Profile
Required Skill Set
- Strong critical care experience, including experience in CVICU
- Advanced skills in PA catheter and hemodynamic monitoring
- Preferred experience with IABP, Impella, and CRRT
Procedures Performed
The unit provides care for immediate post-operative cardiac surgery patients, including those on ECMO, Centrimags, and HM3 LVADS. The role includes performing central line insertion, swan insertion, and intubations.
Certifications Required
- ACLS
- BLS
Dress Code
Required uniform consists of scrubs in black, red, or galaxy blue, with scrub jackets or vests only.
Awards and Recognition
- HCA Unit of Distinction Award Winner
- Daisy Award Recipient
Additional Information
The CVICU features a dedicated team of nurses who display strong teamwork. The unit hosts five full-time surgeons and specializes in high volume and advanced cardiac surgeries. An intensivist is assigned to the unit 24/7, providing expert oversight.
Facility
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
4 nurses recommend working with TriStar Centennial Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 655 beds
Employer
Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
Nashville, TN
About
Nashville is Tennessee's capital city and lies along the Cumberland River. With its mild climate, it’s enjoyable to live, work and play in this musical city year-round. Nashville’s music scene has many draws, with attractions like the Grand Ole Opry, the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum, the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum and countless honky-tonk bars. Even if you aren't into music, other attractions appeal to a wide array of tastes, including historical landmarks like Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, where visitors can get an up-close look at the seventh president's home life on a guided tour. The Adventure Science Center, the Frist Art Museum and the Tennessee State Museum are just a few other popular institutions. Shopping enthusiasts won't want to miss Marathon Village, a former automobile plant, now serving as a contemporary space for art galleries, studios and flagship stores like Jack Daniel's General Store.
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