CVICU (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced CVICU Registered Nurse to join our team. This role requires extensive knowledge and skills in providing patient care in a cardiothoracic intensive care setting. Position Overview Specialty: CTVICU Patient Ratios: 1:2 Patient Diagnoses: CABG, Aortic Aneurysm repair/dissection repair, Fem Pop Bypass, Pulmonary Embolism, Cardiac Arrest, Endovascular repair, Heart failure, MODS, Sepsis Responsibilities Provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing post-operative open heart surgery.

Assist with bedside procedures such as bedside tach/peg insertions, CRRT, ECMO, IABP, Impella, SWANNs, ART lines, CVCs, chest tubes, Foley insertion, and NG tubes. Utilize advanced equipment including CRRT, Hemosphere, Bladerscanner, Cortrak, Ultrasound, Phillips monitors, Impella, IABP, ECMO, ZOLL, Dopplers, Glidescope, Pupilometer, Blanketrol, Arctic Sun, Belmont, and BairHugger. May float to other ICUs, PCU floors, ED, or PACU as needed to care for admitted patients.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years in a CVICU setting required.

Current ACLS and BLS certifications required. Availability: Must be available to work on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day for holiday pay. On-Call Requirement: No on-call duty required.

Block Scheduling: Not guaranteed; however, open to accommodating requests. Travel Requirement: No locals within a 100-mile radius accepted. Facility Highlights Type of Facility: Level I Trauma, Teaching, Children’s Hospital, Short term, acute care Total Staffed Beds: 554 Scrub Color: Black Charting System: Cerner Parking: No fee for parking Additional Information Guaranteed hours: 36 or 48 contracted hours per week; the facility may call off staff up to three times throughout a 13-week assignment.

New contracts and extensions must be for a minimum of 10 weeks. A 6-month break is required for travelers who have completed 4 consecutive assignments or have reached one year of employment, whichever comes first. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this position!