Registered Nurse - CVU

Night: 06:30 PM - 07:00 AM). Schedule created by manager, every-other weekend required. Shift type: rotating day/night. Hours per Week: 48.

Roles & Responsibilities
• Monitor and interpret telemetry and ECG strips to detect and respond to cardiac changes
• Titrate drips safely and accurately (amiodarone, nitro, nicardipine, epinephrine, diltiazem and more)
• Provide intermediate care for downgraded CVICU and stepdown cardiac patients
• Collaborate with cardiology, hospitalists, intensivists and the multidisciplinary team for excellent patient outcomes
• Troubleshoot respiratory support equipment such as BiPAP and CPAP and escalate as needed
• Document care clearly and efficiently in EPIC to maintain continuity and compliance
• Act as a patient educator and advocate during recovery and discharge planning
• Float to units of same or lower acuity when needed to support the team

Qualifications
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license (state required)
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (must be current at time of submittal)
• Minimum 1 year experience caring for cardiac/stepdown or similar patient populations (note: some system fields list 2 years)
• Experience with telemetry interpretation, drip titration, and cardiac/stepdown nursing
• Comfortable using EPIC for charting and documentation
• Drivers license required at time of submission (radius rule applies)
• Must not be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and Dignity)
• Willingness to complete unit orientation and pass an open-book skills exam with a minimum score of 90%
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and float as needed

Education
• BSN not required

Knowledge & Skills
• Telemetry and ECG/strip interpretation
• Cardiac nursing fundamentals including management of CHF, A fib RVR, CVAs and post-op thoracic patients
• Drip titration and vasoactive medication management
• Familiarity troubleshooting BiPAP/CPAP and basic respiratory support
• Proficiency with EPIC charting system
• Ability to read and act on tele/monitor data independently

Benefits
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so renewals are one less thing to worry about
• Paid time off to recharge between shifts
• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursements for contract clinicians
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and short-term disability options for peace of mind
• Referral bonus program because great teammates deserve recognition
• A supportive, collaborative team that values your expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Omaha, NE
Explore Omaha during your downtime: visit the world-famous Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, stroll the charming Old Market district with boutique shops and restaurants, walk or bike the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge for great skyline views, relax at Lauritzen Gardens, or catch live music and local eateries downtown. Short drives take you to scenic parks and the Missouri River for outdoor adventures.