Common Spirit Health
Cardiovascular Surgery Nurse
Common Spirit Health, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72204
Cardiovascular Surgery Nurse
Little Rock, Arkansas CHI St Vincent Health Partnering for a stronger, healthier world. At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in the healing power of humanity. We invite you to explore our specialty areas and pursue a career in humankindness. Employment Type: Full Time Department: Adult Cardiovascular Surgery Hours/Pay Period: 80 The posted compensation range of $32.28 - $42.14 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. Responsibilities Assess, plan, and implement nursing care in the CVOR while ensuring patient comfort Anticipate, identify, and respond to informational and emotional needs of patients and families Guide and direct healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients Maintain knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices) Utilize safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary Initiate emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury) Assist with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene) We are offering a sign on bonus up to $25,000 depending on shift to hires who meet the eligibility requirements. We also offer additional pay for participation in our clinical ladder as well as referral bonuses, excellent benefits, and relocation assistance. Qualifications Unencumbered license to practice in the State of Arkansas 6 months of acute care experience is required (new graduates or nurses who have never worked in an acute care setting are hired through our residency training program) 1 year of experience is required for all PRN positions. Previous CVOR experience is strongly preferred, but not required. BLS through the American Heart Association is required Overview As a CVOR Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when they are at their most vulnerable. Every day you will go over consent forms, answer questions about the procedure, do preoperative assessments, make sure the equipment is ready to go, and update family members on the surgery status during the operation. You will be expected to directly assist the surgeon during the actual surgery. To be successful in this role you must have the ability to maintain focus while multitasking, remain calm under pressure, and exercise good judgment in emergency situations. About Us CHI St Vincent Infirmary is a 600 bed faith-based, non-profit, acute care facility providing quality health care to patients and communities from all over the State of Arkansas. Our level II trauma center is a regional referral center for cardiology, trauma, behavioral health, cancer care, neurosciences, and other specialties. We have been consistently named by US News & World Report as one of the State's best hospitals, with high performance in heart care, colorectal surgery, and joint replacement. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Little Rock, Arkansas CHI St Vincent Health Partnering for a stronger, healthier world. At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in the healing power of humanity. We invite you to explore our specialty areas and pursue a career in humankindness. Employment Type: Full Time Department: Adult Cardiovascular Surgery Hours/Pay Period: 80 The posted compensation range of $32.28 - $42.14 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. Responsibilities Assess, plan, and implement nursing care in the CVOR while ensuring patient comfort Anticipate, identify, and respond to informational and emotional needs of patients and families Guide and direct healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients Maintain knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices) Utilize safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary Initiate emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury) Assist with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene) We are offering a sign on bonus up to $25,000 depending on shift to hires who meet the eligibility requirements. We also offer additional pay for participation in our clinical ladder as well as referral bonuses, excellent benefits, and relocation assistance. Qualifications Unencumbered license to practice in the State of Arkansas 6 months of acute care experience is required (new graduates or nurses who have never worked in an acute care setting are hired through our residency training program) 1 year of experience is required for all PRN positions. Previous CVOR experience is strongly preferred, but not required. BLS through the American Heart Association is required Overview As a CVOR Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will prepare patients for surgical procedures and assist in the operating room to ensure they receive excellent nursing when they are at their most vulnerable. Every day you will go over consent forms, answer questions about the procedure, do preoperative assessments, make sure the equipment is ready to go, and update family members on the surgery status during the operation. You will be expected to directly assist the surgeon during the actual surgery. To be successful in this role you must have the ability to maintain focus while multitasking, remain calm under pressure, and exercise good judgment in emergency situations. About Us CHI St Vincent Infirmary is a 600 bed faith-based, non-profit, acute care facility providing quality health care to patients and communities from all over the State of Arkansas. Our level II trauma center is a regional referral center for cardiology, trauma, behavioral health, cancer care, neurosciences, and other specialties. We have been consistently named by US News & World Report as one of the State's best hospitals, with high performance in heart care, colorectal surgery, and joint replacement. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.