Job Summary
The Cardiac Specialty Nurse is responsible for delivering expert perioperative care to patients who are undergoing intricate congenital cardiac surgical procedures. This position plays a crucial role in the operating room by managing the environment, assisting surgeons during procedures, and upholding safety and sterilization standards.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the operating room environment during cardiac surgical procedures.
- Assist surgeons and other medical staff during interventions.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain sterile conditions.
- Provide specialized care tailored to the needs of cardiac surgery patients.
- Collaborate with the surgical team to facilitate effective surgical outcomes.
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida.
- 1-3 years of experience in perioperative nursing, ideally within the cardiac surgery field.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is highly preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Willingness to acquire Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within two years.
Nicklaus Children's Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
