RN - CVICU
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Nursing
ICU Nurse, Cardiology
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: CVICU
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 2 years required
License: Valid RN license required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Must-Have:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Description:
We welcome first-time travelers.
The CVICU consists of a mix of cardiac surgical and cardiac medical patients.
Occasional overflow from adult medical ICU is expected.
Every other weekend is required.
Floating may be required to similar units if needed.
Patient ratios are 2:1 during all shifts.
Daily census is approximately 20 patients.
The unit has a total of 24 beds.
Interdisciplinary support includes IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy.
Skills required include arterial line management, chest tube insertion and removal assistance, BiPAP/CPAP management, and blood product administration.
Experience managing ventilated patients and central line care/management is essential.
Candidates should have experience with chronic and acute renal failure, continuous IV sedation, and stroke management.
Additional skills include CVVHD/CRRT, Impella use, and interpretation of dysrhythmias.
Management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction or failure is also required.
PICC line management and procedural sedation administration/monitoring skills are necessary.
Successful candidates will be comfortable starting and maintaining IVs and titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips.
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