Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,461 per week in Upper Marlboro, MD

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day shift (3x12-Hour) Hours per Shift: 07:30 - 20:00 Experience: Minimum 2 years of CVICU/open heart experience required License: Active Registered Nurse license in the state of Maryland or compact license required Certifications: ACLS, BLS required Must-Have: Previous charge experience preferred Travel experience required Skills in arterial line management, assist with chest tube insertion/removal, and management of ventilated patients Description: This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Cardiovascular Intensive Care. The nurse will care for patients recovering from cardiac surgery including CABG and valve procedures. The patient population may include those with conditions such as STEMI, NSTEMI, AFIB with RVR, and cardiogenic shock. Vascular and thoracic cases will also be managed, including peripheral bypasses and EVAR procedures. Nurses will be responsible for managing post-operative care and ventilator management with respiratory therapy. Floating to sister units and lower acuity areas may be required as needed. This role includes participation in holiday coverage and every other weekend shifts. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in critical care skills such as titration of vasopressors and management of complex patient conditions. Strong interpretation of dysrhythmias and arterial blood gases is essential. Experience with various monitoring systems and emergency medication protocols is preferred.