Registered Nurse - RN - Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Clinic

Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Type: Full-Time | Days

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm; Fridays 8am-12pm (No nights, No weekends)

Your experience matters 

Havasu Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Registered Nurse (RN) Float Pool joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team 

This role is ideal for nurses who are passionate about building meaningful patient relationships while coordinating care for individuals undergoing life-changing cardiovascular and thoracic procedures. From pre-operative education and post-operative follow-up to long-term care coordination, you'll be part of a team committed to evidence-based practice, quality outcomes, and compassionate healing

How you'll contribute 

As an RN in the Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Clinic, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients throughout their surgical journey, working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiac and thoracic care. Havasu Regional offers comprehensive cardiovascular services, including heart surgery, interventional cardiology, vascular care, cardiac rehabilitation, and treatment for complex heart conditions, providing nurses with exposure to a broad spectrum of cardiac patient populations. 

Essential Functions

• Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment. 
• Documents patient care given in the assigned physicians clinic.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration. 
• Under the supervision of physician, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given. Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.

• Maintains examination areas. 

• Effectively communicates and assists other nursing staff with delivery of nursing care; acts as a team leader/charge nurse as assigned. Problem solving reflects a calm demeanor with appropriate professional behavior. Promptly notifies manager of issues or concerns related to the department, offering suggestions for improvement when possible. 

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for 

Applicants should have a current Arizona or Compact State RN license with Arizona endorsement, and possess an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Education: Bachelor of Science (BSN) preferred 
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS, PALS, and Handle with Care preferred
• Experience: Minimum 1 to 2 years of beside RN required - Cardiovascular Thoracic, Cardiology, Telemetry or ICU experience; 2 to 4 years of critical care nursing preferred

More about Havasu Regional Medical Center 

Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed community hospital with the resources and the technology to serve as a regional healthcare provider.  It's a compassionate place that combines the best in local hometown care with the latest in world-class medical technology. We are proud to be The Joint Commission-accredited and Medicare-certified.

EEOC Statement

"Havasu Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.