RN - Open Heart

Details

Client Name

Trinity Saint Joseph Health System

Job Type

Travel

Offering

Nursing

Profession

RN

Specialty

Open Heart

Job ID

34564821

Job Title

RN - Open Heart

Weekly Pay

$2506.0

Shift Details

Shift

10 hour days

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Order Details

Start Date

01 / 26 / 2026

End Date

04 / 26 / 2026

Duration

13 Week(s)

Job Description

A Registered Nurse (RN) - Open Heart Surgery provides specialized care to patients undergoing open heart surgery, such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve repair or replacement, and other major cardiac surgeries. The RN in this role works as part of a multidisciplinary team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical techs, to ensure patient safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes before, during, and after the surgical procedure. They are responsible for assessing patients, providing intraoperative and postoperative care, and monitoring recovery in the intensive care unit (ICU) or cardiovascular care unit (CCU).

Key Responsibilities :

• Preoperative Care :

Conduct thorough preoperative assessments, including reviewing medical histories, performing physical exams, and documenting vital signs and lab results.

Assist in the operating room, preparing the patient and ensuring the sterile field is maintained during the procedure.

Monitor patients closely after surgery in the ICU or CCU for signs of complications, including bleeding, infection, and cardiac irregularities.

Educate patients about their recovery process, including guidelines for activity, diet, wound care, and signs of complications (e.g., infection, chest pain, swelling).

Collaborate with cardiologists, surgeons, anesthesiologists, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive care plans for patients.

Document all patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR) to ensure accurate, up-to-date information.

Respond rapidly to any emergency situations, such as cardiac arrest, arrhythmias, or respiratory distress, during the postoperative period.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects focused on improving outcomes for patients undergoing open heart surgery.

Client Details

Address

5215 Holy Cross Parkway

City

Mishawaka

State

IN

Zip Code

46544

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