Coronary Care Nurse

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers, 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.

As our Coronary Care - Critical Care Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you will specialize in the care of patients with acute and critical heart conditions. Monitor patients who are critically ill and unstable following PCI, CHF (new onset or exacerbation) , extensive injury, surgery, or life-threatening disease.

CCU nurses are highly skilled professionals who play a vital role in the care of patients with serious heart conditions. You’ll provide continued care and perform procedures as detailed in the care plan. This could mean assisting a physician with a chest tube or central line, monitoring hemodynamically unstable patients with Impella, CRRT, Temp pacer, ensuring patients MRI or CT, or administering critical medications.

To thrive in this role, you’ll heavily depend on your ability to multitask and anticipate care needs in a face paced environment.. You’ll clinically care for your patients- remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate- supporting their best interests when they cannot. However, it’s your sound judgment during an emergency and rapid response are impressive which puts you on the radar for advancement.

• Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort
• Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families
• Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury)
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene)

• Unencumbered license to practice in the State of Arkansas 
• 12 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) 
• Previous critical care experience required
• BLS through the American Heart Association is required 
• ACLS is required for critical care units