Trinity Health
CMICU RN – Cardiac Medical Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Trinity Health, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319
CMICU RN – Cardiac Medical Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Trinity Health – Des Moines, IA. Full‑time position with a 12‑hour night shift (7 PM–7 AM) and eligibility for a generous night shift differential. Relocation incentive available. Current Iowa RN license (IL license if working in IL) required.
Responsibilities
Assessment & Planning: Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments; develops individualized, outcome‑based plans of care.
Care Implementation: Coordinates and delivers patient care, delegating tasks appropriately and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Evaluation & Documentation: Regularly reassesses patients, updates care plans, and documents thoroughly.
Communication: Effectively communicates patient status and care needs across teams and during shift transitions.
Clinical Competence: Follows protocols, administers medications safely, and demonstrates proficiency in required systems and procedures.
ECMO Management (if applicable): Provides advanced care to ECMO patients, including circuit management, data documentation, and technical education.
Age‑Appropriate Care: Delivers care based on developmental stages and patient‑specific age needs.
Safety & Compliance: Follows infection control, safety procedures, and regulatory standards.
Professional Integrity: Adheres to legal, ethical, and organizational policies and participates in continuous professional development.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree required; BSN preferred.
No experience required; critical care nursing experience preferred.
Current Iowa RN license, (current IL license if working in IL).
BLS, Mandatory Reporter.
ACLS within 12 months of hire.
Cardiac monitoring course and/or select units of advanced Nursing / Critical Care Course or comparable training.
TNCC.
Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire.
High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability.
Basic computer skills required.
Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability.
Ability to lead/direct others in a high‑stress situation/environment.
If caring for ECMO patients:
Attend and satisfy all the requirements of a formal course of study that is based upon the guidelines and recommendations set forth by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO), designed by the ECLS Program Coordinator, and approved by the ECLS Program Medical Director.
Complete 72 hours of supervised ECLS case management experience: first 36 hours with a qualified preceptor at the pump, remaining 36 hours as the primary pump specialist with a veteran specialist as the patient’s bedside RN.
Satisfy an introductory 8‑hour ECLS competency simulation workshop verified by the ECLS Coordinator and ECLS Medical Director.
Satisfy annual requirements to maintain status as an ECLS specialist.
Position Purpose Provides and directs safe, effective, and culturally competent care for high‑risk, critically acute patients with life‑threatening conditions. Utilizes evidence‑based practice and critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcome‑based care of patients, including cardiovascular and surgical patients. May assume responsibilities and accountability for assigned ECMO patients and supervise team members.
Our Commitment Rooted in our mission and core values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Responsibilities
Assessment & Planning: Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments; develops individualized, outcome‑based plans of care.
Care Implementation: Coordinates and delivers patient care, delegating tasks appropriately and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Evaluation & Documentation: Regularly reassesses patients, updates care plans, and documents thoroughly.
Communication: Effectively communicates patient status and care needs across teams and during shift transitions.
Clinical Competence: Follows protocols, administers medications safely, and demonstrates proficiency in required systems and procedures.
ECMO Management (if applicable): Provides advanced care to ECMO patients, including circuit management, data documentation, and technical education.
Age‑Appropriate Care: Delivers care based on developmental stages and patient‑specific age needs.
Safety & Compliance: Follows infection control, safety procedures, and regulatory standards.
Professional Integrity: Adheres to legal, ethical, and organizational policies and participates in continuous professional development.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree required; BSN preferred.
No experience required; critical care nursing experience preferred.
Current Iowa RN license, (current IL license if working in IL).
BLS, Mandatory Reporter.
ACLS within 12 months of hire.
Cardiac monitoring course and/or select units of advanced Nursing / Critical Care Course or comparable training.
TNCC.
Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire.
High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability.
Basic computer skills required.
Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability.
Ability to lead/direct others in a high‑stress situation/environment.
If caring for ECMO patients:
Attend and satisfy all the requirements of a formal course of study that is based upon the guidelines and recommendations set forth by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO), designed by the ECLS Program Coordinator, and approved by the ECLS Program Medical Director.
Complete 72 hours of supervised ECLS case management experience: first 36 hours with a qualified preceptor at the pump, remaining 36 hours as the primary pump specialist with a veteran specialist as the patient’s bedside RN.
Satisfy an introductory 8‑hour ECLS competency simulation workshop verified by the ECLS Coordinator and ECLS Medical Director.
Satisfy annual requirements to maintain status as an ECLS specialist.
Position Purpose Provides and directs safe, effective, and culturally competent care for high‑risk, critically acute patients with life‑threatening conditions. Utilizes evidence‑based practice and critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcome‑based care of patients, including cardiovascular and surgical patients. May assume responsibilities and accountability for assigned ECMO patients and supervise team members.
Our Commitment Rooted in our mission and core values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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