CVICU Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator
Washington, DC
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Rotating

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU VAD Coordinator role in Washington, DC, requiring active or pending DC licensure and VAD management experience.

Responsibilities

• Position is in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
• Primary focus is coordination of care for patients with ventricular assist devices (VAD)
• Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Includes rotating weeknight and weekend call coverage (primarily remote unless onsite presence is medically necessary)
• Call hours are weeknights 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM and weekends Friday 5:00 PM through Monday 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract assignment
• Coordinate and monitor care of patients with VADs during procedures and operations
• Collaborate with equipment and materials management teams to maintain VAD inventory and respond to FDA recalls
• Provide patient and staff education on VAD in accordance with regulatory standards
• Holiday coverage may be required as per unit needs
• Pre-employment modules and orientation required, averaging 12 hours
• Up to 7 days of requested time off accepted per contract; no time off in the first two weeks
• Local candidates within a 60-mile radius are accepted at a lower rate

Requirements

• Active DC RN license required before start; proof of pending status accepted at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification required
• Experience in CVICU and management of ventricular assist devices required
• VAD Certification preferred within 18 months of hire
• Two supervisor references required
• Must be proficient in VAD patient education, management, and device procedure support
• Must not have been employed by the same health system within the past year

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts