The Registered Nurse CVICU provides specialized, high-acuity care to patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, including those recovering from open-heart surgery, heart transplants, and other major cardiac procedures. Working in a fast-paced, technologically advanced environment, the CVICU nurse collaborates with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care. This role demands advanced clinical skills, critical thinking, and the ability to respond rapidly to changes in patient status.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and assess cardiovascular patients in the intensive care unit
Administer medications, IV therapies, and advanced cardiac treatments
Interpret and respond to cardiac rhythms and hemodynamic data