CVICU Registered Nurse
Washington, DC
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (CVICU)
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift Options:

  • 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts
  • Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Schedule: Rotating day/night shifts with majority day shifts; up to two weeks of night shifts within the 6-week schedule
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required
• Holiday Requirement: As needed
• Float Requirement: Must float to ICU and Intermediate Care (IMC) units

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in District of Columbia
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, including experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• ACLS certification
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• C-EFM certification
• Successful completion of Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Criminal background check within 90 days, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• E-Verify and I9 documentation required upon hire
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
• Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
• Immunizations and health documentation including:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (with additional requirements if history of TB)
  • Tdap vaccine within last 10 years preferred
  • Documentation of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) and Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season
• N95 Fit Test within 9 months of start, updated annually (client may complete onsite if needed)
• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information
• Skills checklist and competency exams updated annually, including:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (minimum 80%)
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (annual update required)
  • Color blindness testing (online or in-person acceptable)

Additional Notes

• Candidates within 60 miles may be considered local
• Facility-specific modules (SITELS) must be completed prior to start date; these can take multiple hours
• Photo for badge required with specific guidelines (clear, centered, no glare, solid background)
• Floating between ICU and IMC units is mandatory
• Must be available for every other weekend and holiday shifts as needed

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced CVICU RNs seeking a travel contract in Washington, DC with a reputable healthcare facility.