RN - CICU - DAYS

CICU Registered Nurse - DAYSNemours Children’s Hospital, Florida | Orlando is seeking a full-time Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) Registered Nurse to join our Comprehensive Cardiac Care Unit. This role is ideal for experienced pediatric nurses seeking clinical complexity, strong team support, and opportunities for professional growth within a stable, mission-driven organization.Why CICU Nurses Choose Nemours Children’s$10,000 sign-on bonus (minimum two years’ specialty experience required)Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annuallyRelocation assistance available$3,000 employee referral bonusWhy choose us?Nemours Children’s Health is a nationally recognized nonprofit pediatric health system with a long, stable financial history and the backing of the Nemours Foundation. We are investing in our talent, expanding programs, and growing our Orlando campus to support children with complex medical needs.Our Orlando campus expansion is enhancing surgical capacity, specialty services, and advanced pediatric programs to meet the needs of Central Florida’s rapidly growing population. This growth creates new opportunities for nurses to help shape programs, advance best practices, and deliver world-class pediatric cardiac care.Our culture encourages perseverance, teaching, collaboration, shared governance, and professional development.Nemours Children’s Hospital, FloridaCICU Clinical Practice and SupportRecognition and TeamJust Culture model emphasizing accountability and continuous learningZero CLABSI, CAUTI, and SSI in the past yearStrong collaboration with cardiology, cardiac surgery, and the multidisciplinary care teamStrong unit-based practice council supporting the nursing voice in shared governance, standards of care, and practice developmentBeacon Award application submitted, reflecting our commitment to nursing excellence, a healthy work environment, and exceptional patient outcomesRecognition and Team StrengthsIn the CICU, we embrace a Just Culture model that promotes accountability, transparency, and continuous learning. Over the past year, we have maintained zero CLABSI, zero CAUTI, and zero SSI, reflecting exceptional quality and patient safety outcomes. This success is a direct result of strong collaboration across inpatient and outpatient cardiology teams, our cardiac surgery partners, and our multidisciplinary CICU nursing care team.Dedicated Cardiac Respiratory TherapistsOur unit has dedicated cardiac respiratory therapists who are specifically trained in managing the complex needs of our cardiac population, including post-operative and high-acuity patients.Education and Simulation ResourcesWe provide multiple cardiac-specific didactic courses each year, including Post-Op Emergencies, Cardiac 101, Cardiac 102, and Cardiac Neonatal. The team also participates in mock codes and high-fidelity simulation training, allowing staff to practice rare but high-risk scenarios in a controlled, team-based learning novative learning methods, including team-based simulation exercises and scenario-based “escape room” training to strengthen critical thinking, teamwork, and rapid response in high-risk situations.Patient Ratios and Assignment StructurePatient assignments are determined based on patient acuity and nurse competency tier:1:1 for immediate post-operative patients2:1 for ECMO patients1:2 for stable cardiac patientsAssignments are matched to both acuity and the nurse’s competency tier to ensure safe and appropriate care.Supportive Roles in the CICUThe cardiac service line provides robust support through:Core charge nursesRelief and resource charge nursesDedicated cardiac respiratory therapistsPatient Care Technicians (PCTs)ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality, family-centered nursing care to critically ill pediatric cardiac patients in the CICUPerform comprehensive assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plansManage care for post-operative cardiac surgery patients, ECMO patients, and medically complex cardiac populations based on competency tierCollaborate closely with cardiology, cardiac surgery, respiratory therapy, and other multidisciplinary team membersUtilize evidence-based practice, clinical guidelines, and unit protocols to deliver safe, effective careMonitor patient status, interpret clinical data, and initiate appropriate interventions in response to changes in conditionEducate patients and families regarding diagnoses, procedures, medications, and treatment plansCoordinate patient care, prioritize assignments, and support patient flow within the unitParticipate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and performance improvement projectsMaintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health recordServe as a clinical resource and mentor to peers, supporting professional development and competency advancementUphold patient confidentiality, safety standards, regulatory requirements, and a culture of safetyDemonstrate professional accountability through ongoing education, competency validation, and adherence to Nemours Standards of BehaviorSupport the hospital’s strategic growth, including preparation for Level 1 Trauma Center designation and expansion of pediatric services to meet the needs of a growing pediatric populationQualificationsAssociate Degree in Nursing (ASN) requiredBSN preferredActive Florida or multistate RN license requiredMinimum six months’ RN experience required; pediatric or cardiac experience preferredNational specialty certification preferredRequired Certifications (prior to start date)AHA BLS (valid through 90 days post start date)AHA PALSWhat We OfferMedical, Dental, and Vision- Four levels of medical coverage are available, including fertility care and prescription drugs for associates and their families.Paid Time Off (PTO)- PTO will accrue according to your role and length of service. There are six paid holidays annually, and one day of paid volunteer time off.Paid Parental Leave- New parents receive six weeks of paid leave at 100% of pay.Tuition Reimbursement- Reimbursement available on approved courses to maximum of $5,250.Retirement Savings Plan- There is a 403(b) plan with immediate participation and matching contributions. A 457(b) program is available for highly compensated associates.Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance- Basic Life Insurance is paid equal to one time your annual salary, up to a maximum of $500,000.Short- and Long-Term Disability- All associates are automatically covered by our short-term disability coverage with income protection for disabilities caused by illness, accident, or injury that are not work-related, at 60% of your salary.#LI-MM1

Created: 2026-03-31