Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Augusta, GA
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2288.32

Opportunity:

RN - CV ICU

Job Details:

• Minimum 2 years of experience required; first-time travelers accepted
• Patient population: Adults to Geriatrics
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Patient ratio of 1:2 with a free charge nurse; 10-bed unit with an average daily census of 7
• Care for cardiovascular ICU patients including those with LVADs, balloon pumps, swan catheters, temporary pacemakers, femoral and venous sheaths, arterial lines, TR bands, and patients on CRRT
• Titrate cardiac drips, vasoactive medications, and sedation for intubated patients
• Monitor post-procedural AAA repair patients requiring flat positioning for specified hours
• Effective communication with nurses, physicians, and care team is essential
• Intensivist present in the unit Monday through Friday with multidisciplinary rounds at 10:00 AM daily
• Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR unit systems utilized
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• Every other weekend required
• Maximum of 7 days of requested time off per contract; all RTO must be finalized at time of submission
• RTO blackout dates: Spring Break (April 4th–12th)
• No on-call requirements
• Holiday coverage expected based on number of major holidays falling within assignment period
• Floating within facility and scope of practice as needed
• 24 orientation hours required
• Preferred experience: Charge nurse, Epic charting, community hospital, LTAC, Trauma Level I and II
• Key skills include arterial line management, CVVHD/CRRT, IABP, LVAD/RVAD, pulmonary artery/Swan-Ganz monitoring, ventilator management, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips

Facility:

This facility is a well-established health system featuring a specialized cardiovascular intensive care unit with a dedicated interdisciplinary care team. The unit is supported by IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and transportation. The facility provides comprehensive cardiovascular care for a wide range of complex diagnoses including cardiogenic shock, aortic dissection, STEMI/NSTEMI, decompensated heart failure, and abdominal aortic aneurysm, among others.

Location:

Georgia

Georgia offers a diverse mix of vibrant city life and charming Southern culture, with year-round mild weather and access to beautiful natural landscapes, making it an appealing destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and an enjoyable quality of life.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.