CVICU Registered Nurse - Sandy, UT

Overview

This opportunity seeks a Registered Nurse with critical care expertise in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) setting to provide high-level patient care in Sandy, UT. This contract role demands a dedicated nurse who thrives in a dynamic ICU environment, capable of managing complex cardiac cases and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold a valid Utah RN license at the time of submission.

Location:

Situated in the greater Salt Lake City area, the facility specializes in critical cardiovascular care with a dedicated 24-bed ICU unit. The unit maintains a patient ratio of 1:2, adjusting to acuity levels as needed, and operates with a robust staff team of 46 professionals. The location offers a supportive, technologically advanced workplace equipped with EPIC electronic documentation.

• Active Utah Registered Nurse (RN) license is required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years ICU nursing experience; strong consideration for solid 1-year experience with cardiac patient care.
• Proficient in ICU procedures such as rapid sequence intubations, central line and arterial line placement, bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and ventilator management.
• Comfortable managing patients on vasopressors, arterial lines, and restraints.
• ACLS certification required.
• Ability to work straight night shifts or a 50/50 schedule.
• Outgoing, collaborative team player personality preferred.

• Deliver direct nursing care to critically ill cardiac patients in a 24-bed CVICU.
• Monitor and manage cardiac support devices including IABP and CRRT.
• Participate in unit staffing and floating to Progressive Care Unit or other inpatient areas as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation using EPIC.
• Adhere to unit policies, including weekend shift requirements and dress code (Caribbean Blue scrubs).

• Nights schedule available: straight nights or 50/50 split.
• Approximately 3 weekend shifts within every 4-week period.

Qualified RNs looking to apply their cardiovascular ICU skills in a supportive, cutting-edge environment are encouraged to submit their applications. This contract position offers an excellent chance to engage in advanced critical care while contributing meaningfully to patient outcomes in Utah. Take the next step in your nursing career by applying now.