Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiac Surgery, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Cerebral Vascular Accident, Cerner, Communication Skills, Critical Care, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare, Intensive Care, Interpersonal Skills, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Nursing, Patient Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical Procedures, Team Player
Job Title
Travel RN – Cardiovascular Surgery Unit (CVSU)
LocationBirmingham, Alabama
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | Onsite | Nights | 3x12-hour shifts (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) | 36 hours guaranteed per week | 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
Key Responsibilities- Provide direct nursing care to post cardiac surgery patients in an 11-bed cardiovascular surgery unit
- Maintain a patient ratio of 4:1, delivering safe and compassionate care throughout each shift
- Utilize GE monitoring equipment and document patient care using Cerner EMR
- Float to other ICUs and, at times, med/surg units as needed
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery following cardiac and cardiovascular surgical procedures
Required Qualifications- Active RN licensure (or compact eligibility)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery nursing
- Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Current ACLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification (American Heart Association)
- Hands-on experience with cardiac/cardiovascular surgery patient populations
Preferred Experience / Skills- Broad cardiac nursing background beyond CV surgery
- Outgoing, team-oriented personality with strong interpersonal communication skills
- Familiarity with Cerner EMR and GE monitoring systems
Why Join Us- Work within a large, accredited comprehensive healthcare facility recognized for excellence in cardiovascular services and stroke care
- Enjoy the opportunity to practice in a dynamic cardiac specialty unit while experiencing all that the Birmingham, Alabama metro area has to offer
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Concentric Healthcare Staffing