Registered Nurse CVPICU

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - CVPICU

Location

• Charleston, SC

Schedule / Job Type

• Days shifts, rotating 3x12s (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM & 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Full-time, temporary to permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to pediatric cardiac ICU patients, including those with congenital heart disease, post-surgical cardiac patients, and patients requiring specialized support such as VAD, ECMO, and transplants
• Monitor and respond to patient needs, ensuring safe administration of medications and interventions
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and execute patient care plans
• Document patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately in electronic medical records
• Assist with complex procedures such as cardiac catheterizations and ventilatory support management
• Participate in weekend and holiday rotations, providing consistent, high-quality care

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Pediatric Cardiac ICU experience
• Active RN license in South Carolina or a multi-state/compact license
• Certifications: PALS and BLS (American Heart Association preferred)
• Proficiency in pediatric and cardiac patient care

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) experience
• Experience with pediatric post-operative cardiac care and ECMO management
• Prior work in a Level I trauma center or teaching hospital environment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on a nationally recognized, award-winning Pediatric Cardiology ICU unit
• Develop specialized skills in pediatric cardiac care at a leading referral center for major pediatric cardiac surgeries

Additional Details

• Experience with family-centered care and complex supportive therapies preferred
• Hospital is a Magnet-designated Level I Trauma Center with a strong collaborative team environment
• The unit has a 29-bed capacity with a high acuity patient population, ensuring a dynamic and rewarding working environment
• Local candidates within 60 miles are encouraged to apply; remote candidates are welcome with a slightly reduced rate
• All RTO requests must be submitted at time of application and are subject to approval based on unit needs
• Guaranteed hours, with potential for one shift cancellation every two weeks

Note: All shifts are on a rotating schedule, and candidates must be willing to work weekends and holidays as part of the schedule.

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