Registered Nurse; RN - CVICU

Registered Nurse (RN) - CVICU - $33-41 per hour at Tenet-AZ Region summary:
The Registered Nurse (CVICU) provides specialized bedside care to critically ill cardiovascular patients, including post-open heart surgery recovery, in a high-acuity hospital unit. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement evidence-based care plans while supervising healthcare staff and ensuring patient safety. The role requires a nursing degree, CVICU experience, and relevant certifications such as BLS and ACLS, emphasizing clinical excellence and compassionate care.
Tenet-AZ Region is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) CVICU for a nursing job in Peoria, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU

• Discipline: RN

• Duration:
Ongoing

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours

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Employment Type:

Staff
? Registered Nurse – CVICU | Full Time Days (7AM–7:30PM)
? Abrazo Arrowhead Campus | 67th Ave & W. Union Hills Dr, Glendale, AZ
Bring your critical care expertise to a hospital that values compassion, teamwork, and clinical excellence. Abrazo Arrowhead Campus is hiring a Full-Time CVICU RN for our Day Shift (7AM–7:30PM). If you’re looking for a supportive, high-acuity cardiovascular environment where your advanced skills can make a life-saving difference—we’d love to connect.
? Position Summary
As a Registered Nurse in our Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), you’ll deliver individualized, direct bedside care to critically ill patients, including immediate post–open heart surgery recovery. You’ll work closely with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and apply your advanced clinical knowledge to drive high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage patients with cardiac, neuro, ventilator, and hemodynamic support

• Lead care for post-CABG, valve replacements, and open-heart recovery

• Develop care plans using evidence-based practices

• Delegate and supervise care within the healthcare team

• Participate in hourly rounding and promote a safe, patient-centered environment

• Take on charge nurse duties as needed
? Why Abrazo Arrowhead?

• High-acuity CVICU with an active open-heart surgical program

• Supportive leadership that encourages autonomy and continuing education

• Strong teamwork culture across ICU, CVOR, respiratory, and cardiac teams

• Convenient Northwest Valley location—easy to access in Glendale, AZ
✅ Qualifications

Education:

•

Required:

Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school

• Preferred:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Experience:

•

Required:

Minimum 1 year of acute care CVICU experience

• Preferred:
- Immediate open-heart recovery experience
- Proficiency with hemodynamic monitoring and ventilator support
- Experience in Cardiac Stepdown or Neuro ICU
- Specialty certification (e.g., CCRN)
Licensure/

Certifications:

• Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Arizona

• BLS and ACLS (per department/facility guidelines)
? What You Bring

• Strong clinical judgment in high-stakes environments

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Confidence under pressure with a calm, focused demeanor

• Dedication to patient safety and compassionate care
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Tenet AZ Job  #. Posted job title: RN CVICU Specialty FT Days
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, CVICU, Cardiovascular Intensive Care, Critical Care Nursing, Post-Open Heart Surgery, Hemodynamic Monitoring, Ventilator Support, Acute Care Nurse, Patient Safety, Nursing Leadership