Cardiovascular ICU RN
San Antonio, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position requiring a current TX or compact RN license and strong critical care skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in the CVICU of a hospital setting specializing in cardiac critical care
• Night shift position, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a 13-week contract
• Rotating weekend shifts required
• All travelers are required to float per facility policy
• Patients include post CABG, post VAD, and post catheterization cases, utilizing cardiac support devices such as IABP, Impella, and ECMO
• Hemodynamic monitoring with swans and art lines, as well as ventilator management required
• Meditech documentation system is used
• Responsibilities include the care of complex cardiac patients including post-open heart and cardiac device support cases
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs; navy or white scrub jacket permitted
• Clean and healthy nails, neat professional hair, and covered tattoos are required per dress code policies
• Visible piercings other than earrings are prohibited
• Holiday coverage may be required depending on the schedule
• Floating required throughout the facility according to policy
• First time travelers will be informed of the facility's floating policy during the interview

Requirements

• Active, permanent TX or compact RN license (temporary licenses not accepted)
• A minimum of 2 years recent ICU experience required
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Experience in hemodynamic monitoring, swans, art lines, and ventilator management required
• Exposure to IABP and CRRT preferred
• Meditech documentation or order entry experience preferred
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more in the past year
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted

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