Advanced Cardiothoracic Registered Nurse RN Pediatric Cardiac ICU

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Grow with us. Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn salary increases of up to 20%* through our Clinical Ladder Program based on experience, professional development, and achievement of advancement criteria.

Clinical Ladder participation is voluntary. Salary adjustments are determined by program eligibility, advancement level, and organizational guidelines.

Terms: 12-month Full-time Employment Contract Required for Sign-On and Relocation 

Sign-on Eligibility:

• One (1) year of applicable experience

• Internal Candidates and Rehires within 12 months are not eligible 

Relocation Eligibility:

• Must live 50 miles outside of campus address

• Rehires that are less than 12 months from separation date are not eligible

Unit Highlights:

• Our elite team of cardiologists diagnoses and treats a wide range of conditions including congenital heart defects and acquired heart conditions. We specialize in some of the most advanced, minimally invasive procedures that are designed to avoid open-heart surgery whenever possible. Our goal is to provide cutting-edge management of each patient’s condition throughout their lifetime to maximize their health and quality of life.

• We are home to a state-of-the-art hybrid catheterization laboratory where we perform some of the most advanced, minimally invasive, low-risk alternatives to surgery for the treatment of congenital heart disease in the country. Our fetal cardiology program provides in-depth evaluation of suspected cardiac anomalies such as heart defects and arrhythmias that are detected prenatally. We provide the expertise, counseling and state-of the-art care necessary to support children prenatally and beyond. 

• Pediatric heart conditions that requires surgery, will be treated by our congenital heart surgery team. Our surgeons treat a wide array of pediatric cardiac conditions including arrhythmias, cardiomyopathy, heart defects and valve disease. We have a dedicated, 10-bed, pediatric cardiac intensive care unit (PCICU), which provides families with world-class, personalized care.

• Having this dedicated PCICU allows us to provide the best pediatric cardiology care for our patients in a family-centered environment. The multidisciplinary PCICU team works closely together with AdventHealth for Children's highly specialized pediatric heart care experts, including: Pediatric Cardiac surgeons, Pediatric Cardiologists, Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologists, Pediatric Critical Care Nurses, Pediatric Intensivists, Pediatric Perfusionists, and Pediatric Therapists.  

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  Conduct comprehensive assessments to gather data on patients' physical, emotional, and social health status.

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  Develop and implement individualized care plans with specific goals and interventions based on assessment data.

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  Administer medications and treatments accurately as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.

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  Monitor and evaluate patient responses to interventions, adjusting care plans as necessary and documenting progress.

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  Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care strategies to empower them in managing their health.

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  Facilitate effective hand-off communication by clearly and concisely transferring patient information during shift changes or transitions between departments.

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills [Required]

• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures [Required]

• Ability to work as a team player within a unit [Required]

• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills [Required]

• Peri-operative or post-operative care of cardiothoracic patients [Required]

• Management of mechanical circulatory devices [Required]

• Bachelor's of Nursing [Required]

• 1+ experience in cardiothoracic, cardiovascular, or cardiac ICU setting or cardiovascular operating room experience [Preferred]

• Pediatric and CVICU experience [Preferred]

• CVOR experience [Preferred]

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support [Required]

• Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) [Preferred]

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.