CVICU Telemetry RN
Lafayette, LA
TNAA TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,761/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
Qualifications
- Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
We're looking for Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Lafayette, LA. The right RN should have 1-2 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a CVICU Travel Nurse, you will work with a diverse team of caregivers to administer care to patients following specialized procedures including open-heart surgery and heart transplants. Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit RNs should have experience and skill caring for patients in a fast-paced, urgent and critical care environment.
As a CVICU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Provide critical care to patients with potentially life-threatening heart conditions.
- Prepare and administer prescribed medications.
- Take samples for diagnostic tests; order, interpret and evaluate diagnostic tests.
- Apply hemodynamic, phlebotomy and IV protocols.
- Be called in for emergencies to provide CPR and operate defibrillators hospital-wide.
- Educate patients and family members on how to manage recovery at home.
Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
TNAA TotalMed RN
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TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
About Lafayette, LA
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Lafayette, LA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lafayette, LA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 91°F, and average lows in the winter are around 44°F, making for a relatively mild climate.
- Short term rentals are easy to find in Lafayette, LA, with various options available for furnished housing.
- Lafayette is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Lafayette has a diverse population with a mix of cultures including Cajun and Creole influences.
- The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population falling in the young adult and middle-aged categories.
- Common health issues may include obesity and related conditions due to the rich cuisine.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Lafayette, creating a supportive community for healthcare professionals.
- Lafayette offers a vibrant culinary scene with numerous restaurants serving Cajun cuisine.
- The city also has a thriving music and arts community, with opportunities to enjoy live music and explore local art.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby natural areas.
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