Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular - Full Time - Nights
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMain Street Parking Garage, 119, West Main Street, Central Business District, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, 73102, United States
About the Team
The Cardiovascular Unit at University of Oklahoma Medical Center is the only center in Oklahoma that reports thoracic surgery data to the Society of Thoracic Surgery (STS). Our team provides specialized care for adult patients with cardiac, thoracic, and vascular diseases, as well as those requiring complex surgeries in these categories. We are dedicated to the OU Health Way, living our core values of putting Patients First, pursuing Relentless Excellence, showing Integrity, seeking Inclusion, always Learning, and valuing Teamwork.
About the Role
As an Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) on our full-time night shift, you will deliver high-quality care in a high-acuity environment. Our unit maintains a patient-to-nursing staff ratio of 2:1, or 1:1 for higher acuity patients, ensuring focused attention on complex cases. You will care for post-operative cardiac surgery populations, including minimally invasive and open coronary bypass grafts, aortic root repairs, and thoracic surgeries such as esophagectomies and lobectomies. Additionally, you will support patients recovering from vascular procedures like endovascular aortic repairs and arterial bypass grafting.
This role is designed for nurses advancing from novice to competent practice. You will model OU Health's values through your interactions and work output, fostering a growth mindset by seeking mentorship, remaining open to coaching, and maintaining professional certifications. You will collaborate closely with physicians to perform diagnostic procedures, administer medications, and manage intravenous infusions, while ensuring patient and family education regarding care plans and discharge procedures.
Why Join Us
New to OU Health? We offer a competitive total rewards package, including a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, creating peace of mind for you and your family. Our offerings include PTO, a 401(k) plan, medical and dental plans, and many more perks.
Equal Opportunity
OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We foster an inclusive workforce where individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve our winning aspiration. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Main Street Parking Garage, 119, West Main Street, Central Business District, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, 73102, United States
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Registered Nurse, Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Enlc, Intravenous Infusions, Blood Products, Computer Applications.
Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing (required for RN I and RN II); Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (required for RN III); Master's Degree in Nursing (preferred for RN III).
Frequently asked questions about Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular - Full Time - Nights at OU Health
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In this Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular - Full Time - Nights at OU Health role, you will assume responsibility for assigned patient or group of patients in cardiovascular unit; document patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; obtain and monitor physiological data and intervene when necessary; and deliver safe and competent patient care for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgeries.
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To qualify for the Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular - Full Time - Nights at OU Health position, applicants should have: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; 0-3 years of RN experience (RN I); 3-5 years of RN experience (RN II); 5+ years of RN experience (RN III); Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required (RN III); and Master's Degree in Nursing preferred (RN III).