RN – Cardiovascular ICU/Stepdown

Overview

Ideal Candidate has ICU experience. Must have RN >2yr

Our 20-bed Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) delivers expert, 24/7 care to patients recovering from cardiac and vascular procedures, as well as those facing life-threatening cardiovascular conditions. While cardiovascular care is our primary focus, the unit also plays a vital role in supporting general, medical, and trauma ICU patients during periods of increased demand. Be part of a distinguished team delivering leading-edge cardiovascular care to some of the most complex and critically ill patients. Our clinicians are dedicated to advancing cardiac critical care, driving clinical excellence, and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes every day.

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive nursing care within the CVICU, utilizing evidence-based practices and unit-specific protocols to deliver high-quality patient outcomes. Conducts thorough admission assessments, develops individualized plans of care, and implements nursing interventions based on patient and family needs. Continuously evaluates patient progress and modifies care plans as appropriate.

Maintains accurate, timely documentation to support effective communication and coordination among the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Promotes a culture of safety by identifying, reporting, and addressing potential hazards and incidents.

Collaborates professionally with colleagues to resolve concerns, share knowledge, and support ongoing clinical development. Demonstrates accountability for maintaining departmental competencies and pursuing continuous learning opportunities.

Provides direct care to critically ill cardiovascular patients, including post-operative CABG, vascular surgery, and other ICU-level patients. Maintains a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment, performs hourly patient rounding, and proactively identifies opportunities to exceed the needs of patients, families, and internal and external customers.

Qualifications

Certifications: Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: Nursing diploma prefer Associate's Degree, Work Experience: RN>1yr

Carle Health Company Overview

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Our more than 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois.  We’ve grown to include seven, award-winning hospitals across eight hospital campuses and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Physicians Group, Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center including Carle Eureka Hospital and associated Carle Health Medical Group clinics all hold Magnet® with Distinction designation, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care granted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital and Carle Health Pekin Hospital all hold the exclusive Magnet® designation.

We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

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Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $38.93per hour - $63.35per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.