Cardio Thoracic ICU RN
New Haven, CT
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring a CT or compact license and advanced cardiac ICU expertise.

Responsibilities

• Position is in a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) at a short-term acute care hospital
• Patient ratios are typically 1:2 for both day and night shifts
• This is a high-acuity cardiac ICU caring for critical cardiac and cardiothoracic patients
• Proficiency with swan-ganz monitoring is required
• The hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and uses Epic for charting
• Night shift schedule consists of four 12-hour shifts per week (19:00 - 07:00)
• Every other weekend is required
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs is expected
• Responsibilities include delivering critical care to complex cardiac ICU patients and utilizing advanced hemodynamic monitoring
• Collaborate as part of a skilled multidisciplinary cardiac ICU team
• First-time travelers are accepted if they have qualifying cardiothoracic or critical care experience
• Returned permanent staff must have a minimum 2-year gap before being considered for a travel position
• Up to 7 days of requested time off will be automatically approved; extended requests require prior approval
• Scrubs are required (specific color not stated)
• Must participate in any natural disaster or emergency response activities as assigned by the facility

Requirements

• Active CT or compact RN license or eligibility to obtain prior to consideration
• Minimum 3 years of recent cardiac ICU experience required
• At least 1 year of Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Experience with critical care and cardiothoracic ICU patients is required
• Proficiency with swan-ganz monitoring is required
• Experience with Epic EMR is preferred
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations permitted; COVID vaccine and booster required unless exempted for religious/medical reasons
• No prior disciplinary actions on nursing license
• Not eligible if living within 75 miles of the facility, except for applicable technologist roles

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