What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN position at FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc.?
Overview
Cardiothoracic ICU RN
Valid NC RN License or Compact State RN License required. Critical care experience required. ACLS and BCLS required.
To develop and maintain a highly educated registered nursing staff to meet the present and future demands of the nursing profession, employees who begin employment with FirstHealth of the Carolinas in a position that requires a registered nurse must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree within five (5) years of their employment date.
CVT is an 18-bed acuity adaptable unit specializing cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, andmanagement of Intra-aortic balloon pumps, and Impella devices. Nurses develop strongassessment skills and become experts at managing drip titrations, chest tubes, and ventilators.With the acuity adaptable approach, nurses manage care of the patient requiring open heartsurgery from admission through discharge. This setting provides for efficient patient care andstrengthens the nurse/patient relationship. Nurse are required to obtain and maintain ACLScertification.
