CVICU Registered Nurse
Houston, TX
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - CVICU

Job Details:

• Work in a 12-bed Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit on the 2nd floor
• Patient ratios of 1:2, with 1:1 ratios based on patient acuity
• Care for intubated patients and manage titrating vasoactive medications
• Work with specialized equipment including Impella, IABP, PrisMax, ECMO, Alaris IV pumps, Edwards Hemospheres, and ventilators
• Assist with recovery from open-heart surgery procedures
• Support intubation, extubation, bedside bronchoscopy, and bedside line insertion procedures
• Float to MICU and CVIMU as needed
• Work every other weekend with no on-call requirements
• Must have knowledge of caring for intubated patients and patients with titrating vasoactive medications
• CV ICU background and ability to care for device patients preferred
• Required certifications: ACLS and BLS
• Must be willing to work as a team player
• Dress code: Royal blue scrubs
• Use Meditech EMR system

Facility:

This major medical center is part of a well-established healthcare network providing comprehensive cardiovascular care services. The facility specializes in advanced cardiac procedures and critical care, featuring state-of-the-art technology and equipment for complex cardiovascular interventions. The organization maintains high standards for patient care and operates a specialized cardiovascular intensive care unit that handles complex post-surgical cardiac patients and those requiring advanced cardiac support devices.

Location:

Houston, TX

Houston is a vibrant metropolitan city offering diverse cultural attractions, world-class dining, and numerous entertainment options. The city provides excellent career opportunities in healthcare while maintaining a relatively affordable cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals.