Cardiac Surgery ICU Registered Nurse (RN – CSICU)

Employment Type, Schedule & Compensation

• Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

• Shift: Nights (Rotating Weekends)

• Base Pay Range:

• $27.72 – $33.00 per hour (up to 5 years experience)

• $36.30 per hour (10 years experience)

• Up to $39.60 per hour (15+ years experience)

• Specialty Differential: +$2.50/hour

• Shift Differentials:

• Nights: +$3.00/hour

• Weekends: +$2.00/hour

• Sign-On Bonus:

• $15,000 (Nights)

• Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cardiac Surgery ICU Registered Nurse (CSICU RN) to provide high-acuity care to post-operative cardiac surgery patients in a fast-paced intensive care environment.

This role requires strong critical thinking skills, the ability to perform rapid assessments, and confidence managing complex cardiac patients requiring continuous monitoring and advanced interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, high-acuity care to cardiac surgery ICU patients.

• Perform continuous assessments and respond rapidly to changes in condition.

• Administer vasoactive drips, cardiac medications, and critical therapies as ordered.

• Serve as a patient and family advocate, ensuring privacy and clear communication.

• Educate patients and families regarding procedures, medications, and recovery expectations.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to support optimal outcomes.

• Maintain accurate, compliant clinical documentation.

• Contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Required

• Active Florida RN license or approved multistate RN license.

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care ICU or PCU experience.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• ACLS certification (required within 6 months of hire).

• NIHSS Stroke Certification (required within 30 days).

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

• CCRN certification (must be obtained within 2 years if not already certified).

• Cardiac surgery or cardiovascular ICU experience strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation with specialty and shift differentials

• Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Employee stock purchase program

• Paid time off and paid family leave

• Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance

• Relocation assistance when applicable

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for an ICU or PCU RN seeking to advance into a cardiac surgery intensive care environment or an experienced critical care nurse looking to grow within a high-acuity cardiovascular program.

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