CVICU Registered Nurse
Saint Louis, MO
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
4x12 hrs, Nights
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:

• 12-hour shifts with 36 or 48 hours per week available
• 16 weeks preferred contract length, but will accept 13 weeks
• Patient ratio of 1:2 during all shifts
• Every other weekend required
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• Must have 2 years of Cardiac/CVICU ICU experience required
• Travel experience required
• No first-time travelers accepted
• Must live at least 75 miles from facility
• Will float within service line when needed
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS
• Navy blue scrubs required
• EPIC charting system experience preferred
• Must pass Relias EKG exam
• Care for high acuity cardiac patients including acute heart failure, CHF exacerbation, post cardiac arrest, cardiogenic shock, arrhythmias
• Manage ventilators, arterial lines, pulmonary artery catheters, pacemakers, impellas, balloon pumps, LVADs
• Handle vasoactive drips, central lines, dialysis, and PA/TVP catheter monitoring
• Up to 2 time-off requests allowed, maximum 40 hours total during contract
• No time off allowed during first week of assignment

Facility:

This is a 1,266-bed Magnet designated teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center that provides comprehensive cardiovascular intensive care services. The facility features a 20-bed CVICU with modern equipment including intra-aortic balloon pumps, LVADs, and Impella devices. The unit maintains a daily census of 14 patients and offers extensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams.

Location:

Saint Louis, MO

Saint Louis offers a vibrant metropolitan experience with rich cultural attractions, professional sports teams, and diverse dining and entertainment options. The city provides excellent work-life balance with numerous parks, museums, and recreational activities, while maintaining a lower cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas.