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CVICU
San Antonio, TX
Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse – Night Shift
About the Role
The facility is seeking a Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse to join the team on the night shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM). You will provide routine and complex nursing care to critically ill pediatric cardiac patients, utilizing the full nursing process—assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage high-acuity pediatric cardiac patients independently, demonstrating clinical awareness and sound decision-making.
- Provide specialized care including chest tube management, pacing wire monitoring, ventilator management, and administration of vasoactive infusions.
- Monitor patients closely for medication side effects and treatment effectiveness; adjust care as needed.
- Address the psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
- Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care comprehensively.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on their condition and care plan.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members through delegation and clear communication.
Requirements
- License & Certifications: Current RN license (TX or compact state); current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (AHA).
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of pediatric cardiac nursing experience (chest tubes, pacing wires, ventilators, vasoactive infusions) preferred. New graduates with strong fundamentals may be considered.
- Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
Position Details
- Schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, full-time.
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks.
- Start Date: November 15, 2026.
- Orientation: Comprehensive onboarding and preceptorship provided.
