Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse CVICU RN

Job Description Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled CVICU RN to join a cardiovascular intensive care unit in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

This 8-bed, high-acuity unit provides care to critically ill cardiac and post-operative cardiovascular patients, including open-heart surgery cases. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong critical care assessment skills, comfort managing complex cardiac conditions, and the ability to function effectively in a collaborative ICU environment.

• Provide direct care to critically ill cardiovascular patients.
• Perform continuous cardiac monitoring and hemodynamic assessments.
• Administer vasoactive drips and advanced cardiac therapies as ordered.
• Conduct frequent reassessments and respond rapidly to clinical changes.
• Serve as patient and family advocate.
• Educate patients and families regarding procedures, medications, and recovery expectations.
• Maintain accurate, compliant clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with intensivists, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams.

• 8-bed CVICU
• Level II Trauma Center
• High workload, fast-paced environment
• Reports to CVICU Director
• Interview includes phone screening followed by onsite or virtual panel

• Active Florida RN license or approved multistate RN license.
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care ER, ICU, or CVICU experience (within last 3 years).
• PCU/IMCU experience considered with 2+ years total experience.
• Current BLS certification.

• ACLS certification.

• NIHSS Stroke Certification.

• BSN degree.
• CCRN certification (must obtain within 2 years if not currently certified).
• Cardiovascular ICU experience strongly preferred.

• Competitive base pay with specialty differential
• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 (Days)
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee stock purchase program
• Paid time off and paid family leave
• Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance

This role is ideal for an ICU or ER RN seeking to transition into or continue a career in cardiovascular critical care within a collaborative Level II trauma center environment.

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