Cardiothoracic ICU Registered Nurse
New Haven, CT
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position at a Level I Trauma Academic Medical Center, requiring Swan-Ganz monitoring proficiency and a CT or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• High-acuity CVICU setting within a large Level I Trauma Center and Academic Medical Center with 1,500+ beds
• Patient population includes post-cardiac surgery, CABG, TAVR, valve repair/replacement, pre/post cardiac cath/intervention, and acute stroke cases
• Average patient ratio of 1:2 on both day and night shifts
• Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:00)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required to other Heart and Vascular Center (HVC) ICUs
• No on-call required
• Epic EMR — experience required
• Block scheduling is not available
• Key clinical skills include: ventilator management, arterial line management, epicardial pacing wire care, central line/PICC management, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, continuous IV sedation and paralytics, chest tube care, ABG interpretation, and management of dysrhythmias
• Additional procedural experience expected: sheath removal, 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition, BiPAP/CPAP management, HFNC, IV insulin protocols, blood product administration, and wound vac/surgical drain care
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply provided they have cardiothoracic ICU and/or critical care experience
• Former permanent staff must have been separated for at least 2 years before returning as a traveler
• RTO exceeding 7 days requires facility approval
• Parking is available at a cost of approximately $125/month

Requirements

• Active CT or compact RN license required; pending license accepted (CT license takes 15–21 business days to issue — apply early)
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; CCRN preferred
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU or critical care RN experience required
• Proficiency with Swan-Ganz/pulmonary artery line monitoring required
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Experience at a large Trauma Center facility required; Level I Trauma experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• One supervisor reference dated within the last year required for consideration
• Flu vaccine required; declinations are not accepted
• COVID vaccine required; religious or medical exemptions accepted
• RN license must be free of prior disciplinary actions
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

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