Description:CONTRACT - RN - CVICU (653) - 13 WEEKS - 6:00A-6:00P special requirement: device experience General CommentsUnit Profiles:
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Unit Information:
Location:
Building: Heart Hospital of Austin
Floor: 2
Order Detail:
Facility Department Number: 65368
Discipline: CVICU
Quantity: 0
Target Start Date: None
Shift:
Call Requirements: no call
Weekends: Rotating (4 days per schedule period/ 4weeks)
General Information
Tell us about the unit(s):
Number of Beds - 14Number of Staff
48 direct reportsType of staff:Day Shift 1 CNC, 5-9 staff RNs depending on acuity of unitNight Shift -
1 CNC, 5-9 Staff RNs depending on acuity of unitPatient Ratios 1:1 and 1:2 nurse to pt ratios depending on pt acuityType of equipment -
CRRT, Tablo, IABP, Impella, LVAD, ECMO (VA and VV), RVAD/CentrimagEMR MeditechPermanent Positions on Unit Avaliable? (Y/N) Not at this time, next available Summer 24 projected
Typical hiring profile
Skill Set Most recruited for: RNs
Must have: candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.
Previous cardiac experience.
Preferred or nice to have: candidates with these skills will be considered first.
Device Compitencies/ Experience in this order: ECMO, RVAD/LVAD, Impella, IABP, CRRT/Dialysis Open Heart recovery experience List typical procedures performed on unit(s):
CABG/Valve open hearts, ECMO cannulation, IABP, Impella management, Dialysis. 13-15 open hearts average per week. Normally 2-3 devices on floor at any one time. Best personality Fit:
Must be able to be comfortable problem solving on own, unit is very helpful but being able to manage self is a huge benefit as the unit is so busy it is not uncommon to have to wait for resource RN to be available to help you, high number of newer nurses ( 2yrs experience)Ability to receive feedback without getting defensive and provide staff to staff accountability to ensure the highest level of care is maintained. Dress Code: Include requirements, but most of all not acceptable attire. Scrub Color - Navy Blue
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Any additional information that would entice a worker to select your unit for their assignment: Heart hospital is an extremely desirable place to work within the St David s network. This is primarily due to our team environment where we really do operate as a family. We have an extremely high acuity unit and are able to provide RNs with a top notch CVICU experience and provide high quality care to extremely sick patients on a daily basis. Our team prides itself on its teamwork, friendliness, and compassionate care. No. of Positions: 1/1.
