CVICU Registered Nurse
Nashville, TN
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (CVICU) - Travel Assignment

Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Unit Overview

• 16-bed Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) specializing in post-operative cardiac surgery care.
• High volume of advanced cardiac surgeries performed by 5 full-time surgeons.
• Intensivist coverage 24/7.
• Strong, experienced nursing team with excellent teamwork.
• Equipment includes Phillips bedside telemetry monitors, Hill-Rom beds, and Alaris IV pumps.
• Documentation system: Meditech.
• Patient ratios typically 1:2, with 1:1 for certain device patients.
• Floating policy: Charge nurses float as needed, usually to other ICUs or floors.
• Scheduling requires 2 weekends per month and coverage of 3 summer and winter holidays.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Tennessee
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• ACLS certification
• BLS certification
• Proficient in PA catheter skills
• Proficient in hemodynamic monitoring skills

Work Environment & Dress Code

• Unit secretary and Administrative Care Tech available Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
• Student Nurse Externs assist with tech duties on variable shifts.
• Dress code: Scrubs in black, red, or galaxy blue; scrub jackets/vests only.

Recognition & Additional Information

• Unit has received the HCA Unit of Distinction Award and Daisy Award.
• The unit offers exposure to new equipment and technology in advanced cardiac care.
• Strong support and collaboration among staff in a high-acuity environment.