The Critical Care Cardiac Surgery Nurse is proficient in the recovery of post-operative cardiac surgery patients, including post-operative CABG and valve replacement/repair procedures. The Critical Care Cardiac Surgery Nurse has experience with the use of intra-aortic balloon pumps and with ventricular assist devices such as Impella, Tandem Hearts, and ECMO.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Registered Professional Nurse cares for patients by diagnosing and treating their responses to actual or potential health problems in the acute care setting through implementation of the nursing process. Coordinates care of other disciplines, delegates tasks to other nursing personnel, supervises care, provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes. Maintains competence in clinical practice and assists in the development of nursing practice standards through participation in professional committees and organizations.



PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: