Cardiac ICU RN
Nashville, TN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Coronary Care Unit (CCU) position requiring strong cardiac and critical care experience, with advanced hemodynamic monitoring skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• 32-bed Coronary Care Unit (CCU) in a hospital setting in Nashville, TN
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Patient ratio of 2:1
• Procedures performed on the unit include central line insertion, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, and intubations
• Advanced equipment in use includes Hill-Rom beds and Philips telemetry monitors
• Charting is done in Meditech
• 3–4 weekend shifts required per 4-week scheduling period
• Floating to other units may be required based on census
• Student nurse externs serve as techs; unit secretary available Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• 13-week contract
• Scrub colors permitted: galaxy blue, red, or black; scrub jackets or vests only
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• NIH Stroke Scale certification is required for ICU RNs per HCA policy and should be obtained prior to assignment start

Requirements

• Active RN license — Tennessee or compact state license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment)
• Minimum 2 years of recent CCU or critical care experience
• Strong cardiac and critical care background required
• Experience with PA catheters and hemodynamic monitoring required
• Experience with IABP, Impella, and CRRT preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required if licensed in Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

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