CVOR (RN)

CVOR/CVICU Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiovascular Intensive Care in Parkersburg, WV Apply now for a 13-week CVICU travel nursing assignment in Parkersburg, West Virginia, caring for complex cardiac and thoracic surgery patients in an 18-bed cardiovascular intensive care unit. This acute care nursing opportunity includes fresh post-operative open-heart patients, advanced cardiac devices, and a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a supportive hospital environment.

Parkersburg offers a welcoming community along the Ohio River, with historic charm, scenic outdoor spaces, and convenient access to local dining, recreation, and regional destinations. Travel RN Job Details Assignment Type: 13-week travel Registered Nurse assignment Location: On-site in Parkersburg, West Virginia Weekly Estimated

$2,220–$2,340 Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

12-hour nights

Every other weekend; holidays as needed to meet unit needs Call Requirement: None Patient Ratios: 1:1 for fresh hearts and devices, 1:2 for ICU-status patients, and 1:3 for step-down-status patients Unit: 18-bed cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) with mixed ICU and step-down acuity Charting: Epic Orientation: One week including required modules, Epic training, and unit-based orientation Scheduling: Self-scheduling and block-scheduling requests are considered based on unit needs Travel Nurse Job Requirements Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in West Virginia At least 1 year of acute care nursing experience, including cardiovascular ICU, CVICU, CVOR, or comparable critical care experience Experience caring for patients more than 6 hours after open-heart surgery Recent experience with CRRT, temporary pacemakers, permanent pacemakers, acute MI care, and pre- and post-cath patients Experience with mediastinal and chest tubes, mechanical ventilation, arterial lines, hypothermia protocols, and titratable cardiac medications Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and complete independent rhythm assessments every four hours IABP, Impella, and Swan-Ganz/hemodynamic monitoring experience preferred Copy of an unexpired driver’s license required for submission under the applicable radius policy Ability to float to other critical care and acute care areas as needed; travelers float first CVICU Travel RN Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular and thoracic surgery patients Monitor and manage patients following CABG, valve procedures, VATS, lobectomy, and other major cardiac or thoracic surgeries Care for patients with atrial fibrillation, heart block, bradycardia, STEMI, NSTEMI, cardiac arrest, cardiogenic shock, heart failure, pulmonary embolism, and blood pressure instability Safely titrate medications such as Cardizem, amiodarone, nitroglycerin, vasopressors, inotropes, insulin, heparin, sedatives, and analgesics according to clinical parameters and protocol Manage ventilators, tracheostomy ventilation, BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow oxygen, and related respiratory support equipment Assess and manage arterial lines, chest tubes, mediastinal drains, temporary pacemakers, and other invasive monitoring devices Perform ongoing cardiac rhythm interpretation, hemodynamic assessment, and clinical evaluation Collaborate with intensivists, hospitalists, respiratory therapists, patient care technicians, and other members of the care team Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and participate in emergency interventions Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and support safe transitions of care Apply now for this cardiovascular ICU travel nursing opportunity in Parkersburg, West Virginia, and join a dedicated healthcare team providing high-acuity cardiac care.

Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.