TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified CVICU RN in Asheville, North Carolina, 28801!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: CVICU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 18:45 - 07:15
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2+ years
License: Current RN license
Certifications: None required, CCRN recommended
Must-Have:
Titration of Vesicant Meds
Familiarity with Pressors
Sedation and Paralytics experience
Experience with Vents and Trachs
Telemetry interpretation skills
Understanding of Hemodynamics and PA Catheter setup and interpretation
Transvenous pacing skills
Cardioversion experience
TEE experience
Familiarity with chest tube insertions and maintenance
Description:
The position is for an experienced RN in the CVICU.
The unit has a total of 16 beds with a patient ratio typically of 2:1 or 1:1.
Occasionally, the ratio may go to 3:1 depending on acuity.
Staffing comprises RNs only with no HUC or PCT available.
Required equipment includes Ventilators, Telemetry, Baxter IV Pump, IABP, CRRT, Impella, and Hypothermia devices.
The documentation system used is Cerner.
Scheduling requires 36 hours per week, with alternating weekends.
Travelers may need to float to various areas as required.
ICU experience is mandatory for this role.
Additional desirable skills include IABP, Impella, and CRRT experience.
The unit performs procedures such as Cardioversion, Central line insertion, EGD, Bronchoscopy, Chest Tube insertions, Pericardiocentesis, and Thoracentesis.
The dress code consists of specific scrub colors.
No pullovers or hoodies are allowed, and green scrubs are only permitted when the uniform is soiled.
Prospective candidates can expect to work with new equipment and technology, alongside a diverse team with varying tenure and experience.