What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Intermediate Care Registered Nurse position at Live Well Homecare?
Cardiac Surgical IMC RN
Provide post-operative care for cardiac and thoracic surgery patients in a fast-paced intermediate care unit. Closely monitor hemodynamic status and telemetry, manage chest tubes, drips, and complex wounds, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
Key Duties
- Perform thorough patient assessments and continuous monitoring.
- Deliver evidence-based nursing interventions for post-operative cardiac/thoracic needs.
- Manage complex devices and therapies, including chest tubes and infusions.
- Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR.
- Communicate clearly and coordinate care with surgeons, intensivists, and ancillary teams.
- Support patient- and family-centered care, quality, and safety initiatives.
- Mentor and support newer staff; contribute to a collaborative, learning-focused environment.
- Strong critical care and intermediate-level nursing skills.
- Proficiency in hemodynamic monitoring and telemetry interpretation.
- Experience managing post-operative cardiothoracic devices and complex wounds.
- Excellent assessment, prioritization, and rapid response capabilities.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to mentor others.
- Accurate, timely EHR documentation and attention to detail.