Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular PCU, Nights - RN

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role. 

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. 

During the selection process you may participate in a virtual (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the virtual interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question — Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps as appropriate. 

Graduate of an accredited associate, or diploma nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA, at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting is required.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.

Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Arizona and Florida - Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area. 
Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Mayo Clinic Arizona’s Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit is a high-acuity team specializing in cardiovascular and thoracic patient care. The unit is staffed based on patient acuity, and there are a multitude of resources available 24/7. The department is located in a newly designed space with a total of 46 beds. We care for a variety of cardiac patients throughout the course of their disease process, including:

Congestive Heart Failure

CV Surgery

Thoracic Surgery

Heart Transplant

Pulmonary Hypertension

Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD)

Pulmonary Artery Catheters

Ultrafiltration

Post Cardiac Procedure

Titratable Medications

Arterial Lines

Why choose the Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit?

We are a strong multidisciplinary team that values the voice of nursing and gives an opportunity to advocate for the patient and provide exceptional patient care.

We have a culture of respect and trust that emphasizes compassion and integrity as the foundation of how we treat patients, families, and one another.

We are a place where you are inspired and supported to expand your knowledge, grow your career and work at the top of your scope.

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family,