CVICU Registered Nurse
Lake Havasu City, AZ
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,722/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - CVICU (Travel Assignment)
Location: Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed)
Call Requirements: Yes
Number of Openings: 1
Facility & Unit Overview
- Community hospital with 171 beds, Joint Commission Accredited
- Level III Trauma Center
- Certified Chest Pain Center
- Unit: ICU/CVICU (Blended ICU)
- Unit Beds: 16
- Patient Population: Adult and Geriatric
- Patient Ratio: 1:2
- Equipment: Baxter pumps
- Electronic Health Record system: Medhost
- Float Requirements: Intermediate Care Unit (primary RN), ED holding area as needed
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona
- Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, with CVICU experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Required Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
- Prior travel nursing experience required
Clinical Focus & Common Diagnoses
- STEMI, NSTEMI
- COPD exacerbation
- Sepsis
- CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
- Valve repair/replacement
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Atrial Fibrillation with Rapid Ventricular Response (A. Fib RVR)
- Alcohol Withdrawal (ETOH Withdrawal)
- Head Injury
- Overdose
- Stroke
- Trauma
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- TCAR (TransCarotid Artery Revascularization) & TVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair)
Additional Information
- No block schedule requests; 48-hour shifts can be considered but are not guaranteed
- Housing options available
- Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for travel status
- Orientation is weekly
- Local area offers outdoor recreation including fishing, golfing, swimming, hiking, and local dining options
- Close proximity to major cities: Las Vegas (~2.5 hours), Phoenix (~3.25 hours), Grand Canyon (~3.5 hours), Los Angeles/San Diego (~5 hours)
Submission Requirements
- Full candidate submittal packet including:
- Resume
- Candidate Self Assessment
- Skills Checklist
This position is ideal for experienced ICU RNs with prior travel experience seeking a blended ICU role in a scenic, community hospital setting with a diverse patient population and a variety of critical care diagnoses.
Employer
LifePoint
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About Lake Havasu City, AZ
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Lake Havasu City, AZ here's what you should know:- Lake Havasu City's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 105°F, and in winter, average lows are around 42°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lake Havasu City, with options ranging from apartments to vacation homes.
- The city is car-friendly with ample parking and minimal traffic.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- The population is relatively diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include skin cancer due to the sunny climate.
- Lake Havasu City has a growing population of travel nurses.
- The city offers a variety of outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking.
- There are also numerous restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as events related to art, music, and sports.
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