TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified CVICU RN in Nashville, Tennessee, 37205!
Job Title: Critical Care Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: CVICU
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Weekend Only (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Hours per Shift: 36-48 Hours
Experience: Minimum of 2 years in critical care nursing
License: RN License
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
- Successful completion of a proctored rhythm test
Must-Have:
- Experience in high acuity critical care environments
- Ability to provide care for critically ill patients, including those recovering from cardiac surgery and neuro/neurosurgery
Description:
This position is for a critical care nurse who is highly motivated and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
The nurse will provide care to some of the most critically ill patients.
The unit frequently receives patients who require specialized care from various regions.
Patients served have a variety of diagnoses, primarily focusing on cardiothoracic surgery and neuro conditions.
During the pandemic, the team has been involved in providing ICU-level care, including for patients needing ECMO.
The unit capacity is 15 beds, with a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2.
The population served includes adolescents through late adults.
Direct patient care staff consists of registered nurses and patient care technicians.