CVICU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,886/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care723 beds
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- State license license in North Carolina
Description
Location
Asheville, NC
Unit Information
Unit Name: Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU)
Number of Beds: 16
Patient Ratios: 2:1 or 1:1 (occasionally 3:1 depending on acuity)
Unit Staffing Description: RNs only – no unit secretaries or patient care technicians
Type of Equipment: Ventilators, Telemetry, Baxter IV Pump, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), Impella, Hypothermia equipment
Documentation System: Cerner
Scheduling Requirements: 36 hours per week, alternating weekends, 12-hour shifts
Floating Policy: Travelers may float to all areas
Patient Experience Requirements: ICU experience required
Hiring Profile
Requested Skill Set: The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
- Titration of vesicant medications
- Familiarity with pressors, sedation, and paralytics
- Experience with ventilators and tracheostomy care
- Telemetry interpretation skills
- Understanding of hemodynamics and PA catheter setup and interpretation
- Transvenous pacing
- Cardioversion
- Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE)
- Chest tube insertion and maintenance
Advanced Skills: Desirable skills include experience with IABP, Impella, and CRRT.
Procedures Performed on Unit
- Cardioversion
- Central line insertion
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
- Bronchoscopy
- Chest tube insertion
- Pericardiocentesis
- Thoracentesis
Certifications
No certifications are required; however, Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) certification is recommended.
Dress Code
Uniforms must be all navy or a combination of navy and white. Pullovers, hoodies, and green scrubs are not permitted except in cases of soiled uniforms.
Awards and Recognition
The unit is recognized for excellence in patient care and teamwork. Interested candidates are encouraged to inquire about departmental awards and initiatives.
Additional Information
Join a well-established team with access to the latest equipment and technology. Enjoy a supportive environment conducive to professional growth.
Facility
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
15 nurses recommend working with Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
Pros
Management is fair with daily work assignments. Asheville, NC is a great city to visit
Cons
You will have call. It’s a level 1 trauma center that is large. Very busy place
- Short Term Acute Care
- 723 beds
Employer
Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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