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Cardiac ICU RN - Part Time

ThedaCare · Appleton, WI · Part time

Posted May 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time a cardiac patient started to decline on your shift. What did you notice first and what did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they catch early warning signs and act before a patient crashes.

This is a part-time role in the Appleton ICU. How do you stay current and keep your skills sharp when you're not there every day?

What they are checking: Whether they take ownership of learning so part-time hours don't leave gaps in critical care skills.

Tell me about a time you disagreed with a provider's order. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will speak up for patient safety in a respectful, clear way.

How do you give a handoff report on an ICU cardiac patient so nothing important gets lost?

What they are checking: Whether they use a structured handoff, since most ICU errors happen at shift change.

What would you do

Your patient goes into a lethal rhythm. Talk me through the first two minutes.

What they are checking: Whether they know ACLS well enough to start the right actions without hesitation.

A family member is angry and wants answers the doctor hasn't given yet. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can calm a scared family while staying inside their role and keeping the team informed.

How do you prioritize when you have two critically ill patients and both need you right now?

What they are checking: Whether they can triage, delegate and call for help instead of trying to do everything alone.

About the work

How do you manage a patient on multiple vasoactive drips, and what do you watch to know you need to titrate?

What they are checking: Whether they understand hemodynamics well enough to adjust pressors and inotropes safely.

Walk me through your care of a patient coming back from a cardiac cath with a femoral or radial access site.

What they are checking: Whether they know bleeding, pulse and hematoma checks that catch serious complications early.

How do you interpret a 12-lead ECG change in a patient with chest pain, and who do you call?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize signs of ischemia and escalate quickly to the provider.

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The full job description

As published by ThedaCare.

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare. Benefits , with a whole-person approach to wellness – • Lifestyle Engagement • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support • Access & Affordability • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare About ThedaCare! Summary : The ICU RN 1 in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) provides direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced and challenging environment. The main responsibilities include closely monitoring patients who have undergone intense surgeries, strokes, medical co-morbidities, managing ventilation, titrating vasoactive IV medications and intervening during medical emergencies. This role is designed for nurses with foundational knowledge and skills in critical care who work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care. Job Description: Schedule: • 12- hour ROTATING shifts (5:30a-6p / 5:30p-6a) • Every 3rd weekend requirement • Holiday rotation requirement UNIT DETAILS (ICU- Appleton Hospital): Appleton ICU is a 16 bed, fast paced, general medical/surgical/cardiac Intensive Care Unit with a focus on cardiothoracic/vascular surgeries and complex cardiac procedures. Each nurse cares for 1-2 patients while delivering holistic primary care nursing to both the patients and families. Key Accountabilities • Provide direct care to critically ill patients, including those requiring ventilatory support, hemodynamic monitoring, and other forms of life support. • Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and manage complex treatment protocols. • Perform assessments of patients’ vital signs, condition, and symptoms, reporting changes to the healthcare team. • Monitor and maintain patients’ hemodynamic stability through proper use of invasive and non-invasive techniques. • Assist with procedures such as central line insertions, intubation, and tracheostomy care. • Accurately document patient care activities, including assessments, interventions, and changes in patient condition in electronic health records. • Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other team members to develop and implement individualized patient care plans. • Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, care procedures, and progress. • Respond to critical situations and codes (e.g., Code Blue) by performing life-saving interventions like CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management. • Participate in daily rounds and contribute to the development of interdisciplinary care plans. • Precept and support new nurses and nursing students as required. • Maintain infection control standards and follow hospital protocols to ensure patient safety and department specific competencies. Qualifications • Current Wisconsin RN or compact nursing licensure • BSN Completion: Upon hire, any non-BSN nurse with less than one (1) year of licensed Registered Nurse experience will be required to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within five (5) years of hire. • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire date ​ Physical Demands • Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance • Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures Work Environment • Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock • Occasional high noise level in work environment • Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time • Transporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another, little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed • Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials and pharmacological agents • Occasional contact with aggressive and/or combative patients Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Scheduled FTE: 0.6 Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - Appleton,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Variable

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