About this role
Location: Medical Center - Fort Worth Department: CICU Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 36 Summary: The RN CICU (Staff DU, Designated Unit) is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment within a specific clinical unit. Operating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the unique needs and acuity of the unit’s patient population. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff DU serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness and specialized workflows of the designated clinical team.
Shift: 7p - 7a 14 bed ICU with a Heart Failure program and cardiac transplant services that were added in 2026.
Education/Experience:
• 1 year of direct nursing experience required. • 1+ year of Cardiac ICU, ICU or high-acuity step down experience preferred. • Associate's degree in Nursing. • Active, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license. • BLS (American Heart).
About Us:
Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.
Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.