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Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,184 per week in Overland Park, KS

Malone Healthcare

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • $2,184

Highlights

Demonstrated proficiency with telemetry, pressors, positive inotropes, pacemakers, chest tubes, Cath/EP Lab recovery, pericardial drains, and frequent vital sign assessments. Manage patients requiring telemetry, pressors, positive inotropes, pacemakers, chest tubes, and pericardial drains with frequent site and vital sign assessments.

Numbers & Facts

LocationOverland Park, KS
Salary$2,184

Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct patient care in a 10-bed Cardiovascular ICU at a 2:1 patient ratio
  • Operate and monitor specialized equipment including Alaris IV Pumps, GE Bedside Monitors, IABP, and Impella devices
  • Perform and assist with advanced cardiovascular procedures including open heart procedure recovery, ECMO cannulation support, and Cath/EP Lab recovery
  • Manage patients requiring telemetry, pressors, positive inotropes, pacemakers, chest tubes, and pericardial drains with frequent site and vital sign assessments
  • Document patient care accurately using the Meditech documentation system
  • Float to Medical ICU and floor units as needed per unit floating policy; fulfill 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
Required Qualifications
  • Active RN license (must meet state requirements for Kansas)
  • Required Certifications: ACLS/BLS or ALS/BLS
  • Minimum 1 year of ICU nursing experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency with telemetry, pressors, positive inotropes, pacemakers, chest tubes, Cath/EP Lab recovery, pericardial drains, and frequent vital sign assessments
  • Must adhere to required dress code: Royal Blue Scrubs
Preferred Experience / Skills
  • Prior CVICU-specific experience strongly preferred
  • Charge nurse experience, particularly for night shift
  • Familiarity with IABP and Impella device management
  • Experience with ECMO cannulation procedures
Why Join Us
  • Join a recognized Unit of Distinction with high standards for quality care and patient experience in a well-supported, total care environment
  • Work alongside experienced staff utilizing advanced cardiovascular technology and equipment in a dynamic, high-acuity setting


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