Local Contract Nurse RN - CVICU
New Brunswick, NJ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with critical care experience for a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) travel assignment. The role involves caring for complex cardiac patients including fresh heart surgeries and patients requiring advanced cardiac support devices.

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of current CVICU experience required.
• SICU experience may be considered with initial CVICU training.
• First-time travelers are accepted (prior travel experience not required).

Patient Population & Care Environment

• Patient mix includes fresh heart surgery patients (CABG, MVR, AVR, TAVR), ventilated patients, chest tubes, lumbar drains, and patients with chronic and acute renal failure.
• Experience with devices such as Impella, IABP, and CRRT using Prismax or fresh heart cases is mandatory.
• Required skills include post-op open heart recovery, Swan-Ganz catheter, Flotrack, temporary pacers, arterial lines, and chest tubes.

Staffing & Scheduling

• Nurse-to-patient ratio typically 1:1 or 1:2, may vary if floated.
• Floating required to all ICUs, PACU, Emergency Department (ED) for ICU holding patients, and Intermediate Care (IMC) units.
• Every other weekend and holiday coverage required as applicable.
• Time off or schedule accommodations must be approved prior to offer.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certification)

Licensure

• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for New Jersey.

Additional Requirements

• Must have experience with advanced cardiac monitoring and support devices.
• Must be able to float to multiple critical care and emergency units.
• Compliance with all required background checks, drug screening, and health documentation including TB testing, immunizations, and physical exam.
• Fit testing and respiratory medical clearance required prior to start.
• Completion of facility-specific orientation and education modules required.

Documentation & Compliance

• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history required.
• Two professional references within the last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference.
• Completion of competency exams including medication/pharmacology, EKG/dysrhythmia, IV therapy, and pass/fail testing as applicable.
• Annual and contract-specific continuing education units (CEUs) required, including stroke and trauma CEUs for critical care staff.
• Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually.
• Drug screening within 30 days of start required.

Notes

• Locals are accepted for this position.
• Floating policy must be acknowledged and completed for every new assignment.
• Candidates must comply with all health and safety protocols including OSHA, HIPAA, and Joint Commission training.
• Candidates with a history of positive TB test must complete additional medical clearance.
• Candidates must complete respiratory clearance and fit testing on-site prior to starting assignment.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, with CVICU experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• IV Certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)