Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
Portsmouth, NH
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular, Portsmouth, NH. This travel nursing position supports a cardiovascular step-down and telemetry setting caring for patients requiring cardiac monitoring and post-procedure nursing care. The role requires strong telemetry proficiency, advanced clinical skills, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, with three shifts and every other weekend required in four-week scheduling blocks.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a hospital setting
  • Virginia or compact nursing license at submission
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • National Institutes of Health certification
  • Proficiency in telemetry
• Additional Information:
  • Provides care for cardiac procedure patients, including post-catheterization nursing care and patients with chest pain, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chest tubes, tracheostomies, pacemakers, and cardiac monitoring needs
  • Performs post-operative nursing care and supports procedures such as thoracentesis and pericardiocentesis
  • Manages patients requiring high-flow oxygen therapy and bilevel positive airway pressure
  • Patient experience expectations include bedside shift rounds, effective handoff communication, and personal connections with patients
  • Professional attire is required

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits