Job Description
Join our award-winning Cardiac ICU at Metropolitan Heart Center, where cutting-edge technology meets compassionate care. We're seeking a dedicated Critical Care Nurse to join our elite team in downtown Chicago. Our state-of-the-art facility offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth while making a life-saving impact. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a supportive environment that values your expertise.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized nursing care for post-cardiac surgery patients in 20-bed ICU
- Monitor and interpret hemodynamic data using advanced monitoring systems
- Administer critical medications and perform advanced cardiac life support
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including cardiologists and perfusionists
- Implement evidence-based protocols for ventilator management and weaning
- Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Educate patients and families on cardiac recovery procedures
Qualifications
- BSN degree (MSN preferred) with current Illinois RN license
- 3+ years ICU experience with cardiac specialization
- ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Proficiency in hemodynamic monitoring and ventilator management
- Demonstrated expertise in post-op cardiac care protocols
- Strong critical thinking and rapid decision-making abilities
- Experience with Epic EMR system
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) preferred