OverviewSign on Bonus for RN's with 1 year Exp in Specialty hired. Min 0.6 FTE required. New to VMFH.Education Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loansRN Residency Bonus for qualifying RN ResidentsRelocation AssistanceWe're proud to share that St Joseph Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. 103 hospitals in Washington were evaluated and 14 met the high standards to be ranked among the best.CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!ResponsibilitiesCardiac Nurse
It takes a very skilled cardiac nurse to monitor patients with high acuity heart issues in the CVICU. They care for our patients who’ve experienced cardiac surgery MI heart failure cardiac dysrhythmias structural heart disease hypothermia post-cardiac arrest vascular surgery and ventricular assist devices for destination or bridge to transplant therapy.
We’ve made sure each of our 24 private room beds are equipped with the capability of NIBP SpO2 arterial pulmonary artery cardiac output temperature and arrhythmia monitoring.
If you are a passionate cardiac nurse ready to work for an organization who champions your skillset it’s time to talk to St Joseph Medical Center!
What you’ll do
Provide continuous cardiac monitoring arrhythmia recognition and intervention
Initiate multiple complex cardiac related infusions at higher doses
Care for patients with invasive lines i.e.: arterial lines pulmonary artery catheter
Monitor intubated/mechanically ventilated patients acute post cardiac surgery patients and acute trauma patients
QualificationsRequirements
We are looking for a responsible and compassionate Registered Nurse with exceptional clinical skills a caring attitude and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Specialty certifications: CCRN/CMCCSCCHFN (preferred)
Previous Cardiac ICU Open Heart Recovery Advanced Heart Failure Impella VAD and ECMO experience (preferred)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or attainment within six months of hire is required.
Pay Range$42.50 - $71.80 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.