CVICU Registered Nurse in Monroe, NC in Monroe, NC

Step into a critical care nursing role that challenges and rewards your expertise in cardiac intensive care. This position is ideal for experienced RN professionals specialized in Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) nursing, offering the opportunity to care for complex cardiac surgery patients including those supported with advanced devices like ECMO, Impella, IABP, and ventricular assist devices.

Location: Monroe, North Carolina — a vibrant community known for its charming downtown, rich history, and warm Southern hospitality. Monroe offers a comfortable lifestyle with access to parks, cultural events, and a growing economy, all within a short drive to a major metropolitan area.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver patient-centered care to adult critical care patients post cardiac surgery.
• Manage and monitor patients on complex cardiac devices: ECMO, Impella pumps, LVAD/RVAD.
• Engage in bi-daily patient presentations to healthcare teams, ensuring accurate communication of care status.
• Utilize Epic electronic medical record system for documentation and coordination of care.
• Float to other adult critical care units as needed, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:
• Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2 years CVICU or CTICU experience.
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required.
• Proficiency in Epic EMR is mandatory.
• Skilled in managing high-acuity cardiac surgery patients and sophisticated circulatory support equipment.
• Strong communication skills for patient presentations and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Schedule & Benefits:
• 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
• Weekend rotation on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.
• No on-call or call-back requirements.
• Competitive contract position with paid time off.
• Free parking and included departmental orientation and support.
• Work in a Level 1 Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital known for excellence in cardiac and stroke care.

This contract opportunity is suited for nurses ready to take their cardiac critical care expertise to a setting that supports professional growth and patient-focused excellence. Apply today to contribute your skills within a collaborative team that values high-level cardiac care and proactive patient management.