RN, Registered Nurse - A3 – Cardiac ICU / CCU
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2208, South Brownlee Boulevard, Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas, 78404, United States
About the Unit
A3 is a specialized 24-bed high-acuity unit dedicated to providing exceptional, evidence-based care for cardiac and medical-surgical patients with complex co-morbidities. Our team manages a diverse patient population, including those recovering from post-cardiac interventions such as heart catheterizations, AAA stent repairs, TAVRs, EP ablations, and pacemaker/ICD placements.
We are experts in managing specialized devices like Impellas and IABPs, as well as Artic Sun and Tablo XT systems. Our scope includes caring for ventilator-dependent patients and those with conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, GI bleeds, peripheral vascular disease, and renal disease. The unit handles complex infusions for blood pressure management, cardiac issues, thrombolytics, sedation, and paralytics, alongside comprehensive post-surgical ICU care. Our mission is to deliver superior outcomes through dedicated teamwork and clinical excellence.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2208, South Brownlee Boulevard, Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas, 78404, United States
Corpus Christi, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide routine and complex nursing care to high-acuity cardiac and medical-surgical patients
- check_circleAdminister medications and treatments while monitoring for side effects and effectiveness
- check_circleManage specialized devices including Impellas, IABPs, and ventilators for critical patients
Similar Job Opportunities
Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Bachelor Of Science Degree In Nursing, BLS, RN License, Acls, Pals, TNCC, Tcar, NRP, Awhonn Intermediate FHM, Stable.
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred.
Frequently asked questions about RN, Registered Nurse - A3 – Cardiac ICU / CCU at CHRISTUS Health
What does a RN, Registered Nurse - A3 – Cardiac ICU / CCU at CHRISTUS Health do?expand_more
In this RN, Registered Nurse - A3 – Cardiac ICU / CCU at CHRISTUS Health role, you will provide routine and complex nursing care to high-acuity cardiac and medical-surgical patients; administer medications and treatments while monitoring for side effects and effectiveness; manage specialized devices including impellas, iabps, and ventilators for critical patients; and delegate tasks to other care providers to manage clinical situations effectively.
What are the requirements for this RN, Registered Nurse - A3 – Cardiac ICU / CCU role?expand_more
To qualify for the RN, Registered Nurse - A3 – Cardiac ICU / CCU at CHRISTUS Health position, applicants should have: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred; 1 year of experience in Critical Care setting preferred; BLS required; RN License in state of employment or compact; and Current ACLS certification required.
Where is the RN, Registered Nurse - A3 – Cardiac ICU / CCU role at CHRISTUS Health located?expand_more
RN, Registered Nurse - A3 – Cardiac ICU / CCU at CHRISTUS Health is based in 2208, South Brownlee Boulevard, Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas, 78404, United States. This is a on-site role.