CVICU RN
Morgantown, WV
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Start Date: ASAP

Location: West Virginia

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 3x12 night shifts, including weekdays and weekends; 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio (based on acuity, with occasional step-down overflow)

Highlights:

• 13-week contract with possibility of extension
• Direct care for fresh open-heart admissions from the OR, including CABG, valve replacements, and thoracotomies
• Advanced cardiac procedures including Swan-Ganz monitoring, Impella management, and CRRT
• 24-hour orientation with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response
• EMR system: Cerner
• May occasionally float to Medical ICU or Step-Down Unit

Requirements:

• Active WV or Compact RN License
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience
• Current ACLS, BLS (AHA), and NIHSS certifications
• ACT (Activated Clotting Time) certification and hands-on experience required
• Proven experience with direct open-heart admissions from OR, cardiac surgery skills, Swan-Ganz management, Impella monitoring, and CRRT
• Proficiency in arterial line management, central line care, ventilator management, continuous IV sedation, IABP, vasoactive drip titration, and post-cardiac surgery care
• Minimum 2 manager or charge nurse references from the past 2 years
• Permanent address at least 100 miles from facility location
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a specialized 10-bed Cardiac Care Unit dedicated to cardiothoracic surgery and complex cardiac patients, including STEMI, cardiogenic shock, and post-intervention cases. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge cardiac technology and procedures while providing critical care to adults and geriatric populations. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration and a focus on high-acuity cardiac care, this position is ideal for experienced ICU nurses seeking to advance their cardiovascular critical care expertise.