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Skybridge Resources

RN- CMH Open Heart

Peoria, IL · On-site

Open Heart Registered Nurse Opportunity SkyBridge Healthcare is currently seeking Registered Nurse with Open Heart experience for a 13-week contract in Peoria, IL. SkyBridge Healthcare is a premier ...

Constantine

Registered Nurse- Open Heart (CVOR)

Muskegon, MI · On-site

$2.3K - $3.1K/wk

Registered Nurse- Open Heart (CVOR) Start Date: 08/29/2022 End Date: 11/27/2022 Status: Open Total Positions: 2 Skill: RN CVOR Duration: 13 - Weeks Location: MI - Trinity Health Muskegon Shift Start ...

Constantine

*Registered Nurse-CVOR (Open Heart)

Muskegon, MI · On-site

$2.3K - $3.1K/wk

Registered Nurse-CVOR (Open Heart) Start Date: 10/10/2022 End Date: 01/08/2023 Status: Open Total Positions: 1 Skill: RN Surgery Duration: 13 Weeks Location: MI - Trinity Health Muskegon Shift Start ...

Mission Hospital

Open Heart CST

Myrtle Beach, SC · On-site

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Open Heart CST? At Grand Strand ... Job Summary and Qualifications Assists in Nursing Care and preparation of the surgical patient by ...

Mission Hospital

RN Open Heart Surgery

Dallas, TX · On-site

Medical City Heart and Spine RN - Open Heart Surgery Full Time Days Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM Call Required Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as an RN Open Heart Surgery you ...

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How much do open heart nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for open heart nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an open heart nurse?

Open Heart Nurses are specialized registered nurses who assist during open-heart surgeries and care for patients before, during, and after cardiac procedures. They play a crucial role in the operating room, ensuring all equipment is sterile and functioning, monitoring the patient's vital signs, and supporting the surgical team. Open Heart Nurses often work in cardiac surgery units or specialized intensive care units, where they provide expert care for patients recovering from complex heart surgeries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an open heart nurse?

To thrive as an Open Heart Nurse, you need advanced cardiac care knowledge, critical thinking, and a current RN license often supported by certifications like CCRN or CNOR. Familiarity with cardiac monitoring systems, ventilators, and electronic health records is crucial for managing patients during and after open-heart procedures. Exceptional communication, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure distinguish top performers in this specialty. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure patient safety, quick response to complications, and effective teamwork in high-stress surgical environments.

What are some common challenges faced by open heart nurses during surgical procedures?

Open Heart Nurses often encounter high-pressure situations that require quick critical thinking and precise technical skills, especially during complex surgeries. They must maintain constant communication with the surgical team, anticipate the needs of the surgeon, and be prepared to respond to sudden changes in the patient's condition. Additionally, balancing long hours in the operating room with the emotional demands of caring for critically ill patients can be challenging. However, this role offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to develop advanced nursing competencies.

What is the difference between Open Heart Nurse vs Cardiac Nurse?

AspectOpen Heart NurseCardiac Nurse
CertificationsRN license, possibly advanced cardiac certificationsRN license, cardiac-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentOperating rooms, cardiac surgery unitsCardiology wards, outpatient clinics, hospitals
Job FocusAssisting during open heart surgeries and perioperative careManaging general cardiac conditions, outpatient care

Open Heart Nurses specialize in perioperative care during open heart surgeries, often working in surgical settings. Cardiac Nurses have a broader focus on managing various cardiac conditions across different healthcare settings. Both roles require RN licensure and cardiac-specific certifications, but their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Open Heart Recovery Charge Nurse Full Time Nights

Louisville, KY • On-site

Baptist Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Job Description:

Full Time 36 weekly hours, night shift - three 12 hour shifts, 7P-7A

Sign On Bonus eligible for experienced Cardiac or Open Heart Nurses!

Job Summary:
The CN is an entry-level management position responsible for the
coordination of care on designated shifts. He/she will provide leadership to
the staff members of the unit in the area of patient care.

A) As a Registered nurse, he/she implements the nursing process for each
patient regardless of age (i.e. infancy to geriatric) assigned to his/her care
and is responsible for the patient's care within the parameters of the
Kentucky Nurse Practice Act. The charge nurse promotes positive patient
outcomes, quality of care and initiates change through active involvement in
unit-based and hospital shared-governance councils.
B) National Professional Nursing Standards serve as guidelines for the
charge nurse as he/she utilizes critical thinking skills and exercises
appropriate nursing judgment. The charge nurse will collaborate with a
multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. Also, the charge nurse
will serve as a role model by actively participating in the process of
continuous professional development, teaching and learning across the
healthcare continuum.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
The following is a summary of the major functions of this individual's job.
He or she may perform other duties, both major and minor, which are not
mentioned below, and specific functions may change from time to time.
1. Assists the Nurse Manager with operational activities of unit
2. Assists the Nurse Manager with management of patient care delivery on the unit
3. Demonstrates Clinical proficiency utilizing the nursing process
4. Demonstrates organizational skills in providing patient care
5. Collaborates with the nurse manager to support performance improvement activities
6. Participates in development of nursing staff
7. Leadership and critical thinking

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required:
A. Active Kentucky RN license
B. Two years relevant patient care experience required.

C. BCLS Required.

D. ACLS Required.

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If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 12 hospitals, more than 27,000 employees, 4,000 physicians and 100 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices spanning across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Baptist Health has internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to its faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies.

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Miami, FL, US

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