Registered Nurse; RN CVICU Nights

Are you a passionate and skilled critical care RN ready to take the next step in your career? Join our nationally recognized Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
, part of the renowned Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Institute
, and make a lasting impact in one of the region's leading cardiac centers.

We are seeking an experienced CVICU RN at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus.
Shift
:
Nights (3 x 12-hour shifts 7p-7a). Must be able to orient D/N rotation.
Sign-on Bonus! Relocation Bonus for those relocating to the area!

The CVICU is a 24-bed, high-acuity unit located in Falls Church, VA, specializing in the care of patients post-cardiac and vascular surgery, heart and lung transplant, advanced heart failure, and other complex diagnoses requiring intensive monitoring and life-saving interventions. As part of the #1 hospital in Virginia (U.S. News & World Report), our unit combines cutting-edge technology
, interdisciplinary teamwork
, and a deeply supportive culture where nurses thrive.

• Dedicated Charge Nurse
  :
  Always out of patient assignments to lead clinical operations, support staff, and ensure high reliability throughout the shift.
• Advanced Resource RN
  :
  Device-trained and available on every shift to provide high-acuity support (ECMO, IABP, Impella, CRRT), cover lunches, assist with admissions, and serve as an in-unit mentor.
• Mid-Shift RNs and Clinical Technicians
  :
  Surgical throughput is supported with a dedicated mid-shift RNs and two CTs per shift to ensure optimal staffing coverage, workflow balance, and patient safety.

• Full-Time Clinical Educator
  :
  Provides onboarding, individualized learning pathways, certification preparation (e.g., CCRN), and hands-on training.
• Mentorship & Fellowship Support
  :
  Structured fellowship programs support nurses new to critical care, and experienced RNs are encouraged to grow through preceptorship, charge roles, and leadership pathways.
• Support for Clinical Ladder Advancement
  :
  Engagement in shared governance, quality projects, and continuing education are celebrated and supported.

• Interdisciplinary Rounds
  :
  Daily collaboration with providers, pharmacists, therapists, and case management ensures holistic, coordinated care.
• Respectful, Inclusive Culture
  :
  We maintain a psychologically safe environment where every voice matters and teamwork are foundational to our success.
• Recognition Culture
  :
  From shout-outs to clinical awards, we ensure excellence is not just expected-but celebrated.

• High-Acuity Specialty Care
  :
  Care includes immediate post-operative management for CABG, valve replacements, TEVAR/EVAR, ECMO patients, heart/lung transplants, and more.
• Innovative Practice Environment
  :
  Nurses have access to emerging technologies and work alongside nationally recognized surgeons and intensivists.

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program
• Retirement:
  Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedules.

• Experience: 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse in a critical care setting or completion of a critical care fellowship.
• Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing.
  If RN has an Associate's Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
• Certifications
  : BLS for healthcare provider certification from AHA required. ACLS (must obtain within 6 months of hire).
• Licensure: RN licensed, or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a RN

• 2+ years CVICU RN experience.
• CCRN certification
• Proficient in Advanced Therapy Modalities (e.g., IABP, Impella, CRRT, TTM, ECMO)
• Unit involvement: participation in unit-based or hospital committees, Charge RN, Preceptor