TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Chesapeake, Virginia, 23320!
Job Title: Cardio Thoracic ICU Registered Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Cardio Thoracic Intensive Care Unit
Duration: 13 weeks with possible extension
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12 Hours (19:00 - 07:30)
Experience: Minimum of 2 years in CVICU/CTICU; travel experience preferred
License: Active RN license in hand at the time of submission; no exceptions
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Must-Have:
Proficiency in Epic
Arterial line management
Blood product administration
Central line care/management
PICC line management
Starting IVs
Continuous IV sedation
Procedural sedation administration
Titration of cardiac drips
Titration of vasoactive drips
Strong neuro experience required (post brain surgery, EVD experience/ventriculostomy)
FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring
Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
Multi-system organ failure experience
CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump and Impella experience
Post cardiac surgery care (directly and not directly from the OR)
Pre/Post cardiac catheterization/intervention
Pulmonary artery line/Swan Ganz monitoring
IV insulin protocols
CVVHD/CRRT
CVA/acute stroke management
Management of BiPAP and CPAP
Care of ventilated patients
High flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
Interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs)
Suctioning (ETT, NT)
Ventilator management
Infection prevention
Isolation precautions and use of PPE
Surgical wounds with drains/Wound Vac experience
Description:
The position requires caring for step down patients due to the universal bed model.
Candidates will be expected to work every other weekend, including holidays during the contract period.
Float opportunities may arise as needed.
Patient ratios typically range from 1:1 to 1:2.
The facility will not consider candidates with any prior license or background issues.
Local candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility will not be eligible for this position.
Any history of fit test issues will eliminate a candidate from consideration.
The facility cannot accommodate a PAPR.
No study materials will be provided for any required testing.
Successful candidates must demonstrate a strong competency in cardiac care and intensive unit procedures.