Registered Nurse, RN - Cardiovascular Recovery Unit (CVRU)

Novant Health · Charlotte, NC, Mecklenburg County, NC; North Carolina, United States

Join a 6-bed Cardiovascular Recovery Unit (CVRU) specializing in the care of patients recovering from open-heart surgery . This small, high-acuity unit features an open-bay style floor , creating a collaborative environment where RNs work closely with one another and the care team.

This is a great opportunity for RNs who enjoy caring for surgical patients and want to build or advance their expertise in cardiovascular critical care.

Patient Population:

• Post-cardiac surgery
• High-acuity cardiovascular patients
• Patients requiring close monitoring and specialized post-operative care

The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death. The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey. The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures.

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
• Experience:  One year relevant experience, preferred.
• Licensure/certification/registration:  Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.