Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Baltimore, MD
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced CVICU Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong background in cardiac critical care, with a commitment to providing high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to adult and geriatric patients in the Cardiac ICU setting.
• Monitor and assess patients with complex cardiac conditions, including cardiogenic shock, heart failure, and advanced therapy workups.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed and maintain accurate patient records.
• Implement and manage advanced cardiac support devices, such as Impella and IABP.
• Perform various invasive procedures, including central line and arterial line insertions, bronchoscopy, and chest tube placement.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to plan and evaluate patient care strategies.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in CVICU or related critical care settings.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and NIH Stroke Scale certification preferred.
• CCRN certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Work Schedule

This position requires flexibility with a rotating schedule that includes both day and night shifts, with a commitment to work every other weekend and holidays as scheduled.

Patient Care Overview

The CVICU unit operates with the following characteristics:

• 15 beds with an average daily census of 10 patients.
• Patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:1, with the possibility of caring for up to 3 stable, lower acuity patients.

Special Procedures and Equipment

• Experience with bedside procedures and advanced cardiac monitoring.
• Utilization of specialized equipment, including CRRT, cooling devices, and CCO monitoring systems.

Additional Information

Floating within the specialty may be required based on unit needs. The successful candidate will be proactive in managing patient care and contributing to a collaborative team environment.