RN - CVICU

Registered Nurse in Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Job Title:

Registered Nurse

Profession:
Nursing

Specialty:
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12 hours (18:45 - 07:15)

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years in an ICU setting

License: RN License required

Certifications:

BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required

Must-Have:
Experience in Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU), Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU), Ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias, Management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure

Description:

The position requires managing post-cardiothoracic and vascular surgery patients. Candidates will provide care for patients who have undergone heart and liver transplants. Proficiency in ECMO support (both VV and VA) is essential. Responsibilities include monitoring a 6-bed recovery unit with procedures happening Monday through Friday. Nurses will assist in central line placements for temporary needs. Experience with Impella and Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) is necessary.

Involvement in continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is expected. Candidates must be prepared to float between departments and units as required. The role requires managing patient care related to respiratory issues, including ventilator management. The ability to assess and monitor intake and output is critical. Nurses should have the skills to manage blood product administration and central line care. Understanding of infection prevention and isolation precautions is necessary.

Experience with procedural sedation and emergency medications is required. Candidates will need to provide care for ventilated patients and tracheostomy management. The role demands a strong knowledge of arterial blood gas interpretation. Regular weekend shifts are part of the schedule, with 8 shifts required every 6 weeks. A commitment to maintaining a high standard of patient care is expected. Candidates must be prepared for potential training and compliance requirements.

Benefits include:
Medical, dental & vision insurance, Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs), 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support, Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service, Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses, Free tax return assistance for travelers, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Health Savings Account (HSA), Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term), Life and AD&D Insurance, Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law), Supplemental Insurance Plans, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Employee Wellness Programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities.

Disclaimer:
Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health:
Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more.

We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by Blue Pipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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