Registered Nurse Cardiothoracic ICU

Ascension seeks a skilled Registered Nurse for our Cardiothoracic ICU. In this role, you will provide complex, evidence-based care to post-operative cardiothoracic and critically ill patients, including ventilator and hemodynamic management, titration of critical IV drips, and advanced cardiac monitoring. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and maintain rigorous safety and infection-prevention standards. Ascension offers a compassionate, inclusive culture with robust orientation, ongoing education, and clear pathways for professional growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to cardiothoracic ICU patients, including post-operative and critically ill cases
• Manage ventilators, vasoactive drips, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring equipment
• Continuously assess patient status, interpret cardiac rhythms, and respond to clinical changes
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and the multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes
• Educate patients and families on conditions, procedures, and post-discharge care
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR and adhere to all regulatory standards
• Follow strict infection-prevention, safety, and quality protocols in the ICU setting
• Participate in unit-based education, competencies, and quality improvement initiatives

Required Skills

• Cardiothoracic ICU nursing
• Ventilator management
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Post-operative cardiothoracic care
• Medication administration (IV drips)
• Wound and chest tube management
• Patient and family education
• Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
• Infection prevention and control