Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
San Francisco, CA
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days
$3,179/weekOverview
- Start Date06/29/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$960/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$2,219/week
Description
Job Title: VAD Coordinator RN / LVAD Nurse
Certifications:
- ACLS
- BLS
- BSN
Skills:
Clinical Assessment and Skills:
- Abnormal VAD parameters
- Assess pump function
- Cardiovascular assessment
- Driveline exit site assessment
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Interpretation of dysrhythmias
- Normal VAD parameters
- Preoperative evaluation of VAD patients
- Psychosocial assessment
- Signs of complications:
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Stroke
- Thrombosis
- Right heart failure
- Volume status and perfusion
Patient and Family Education:
- Activity restrictions and lifestyle modifications
- Alarm recognition and response
- Device operation
- Driveline care and dressing changes
- Emergency preparedness
- Infection prevention
- Validates patient and caregiver competency
Equipment and Devices:
- Battery changes
- Controller exchanges
- Emergency procedures:
- Controller failure
- Pump stop
- Identifies and responds to device alarms
- Power source management (battery vs AC power)
- System checks and troubleshooting
- VAD device components
Professional Knowledge and Skills:
- Bridge to Recovery
- Bridge to Transplant (BTT)
- Care coordination
- Changes in patient status
- Coordinates readmissions when needed
- Destination Therapy (DT)
- Discharge planning
- Isolation Precautions / PPE
- Maintains VAD logs, discharge checklists, and parameter sheets
- Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory bodies*
- Progress monitoring and reporting
- Review lab tests
- Universal precautions
Work Settings:
- Cardiology
- ICU
VAD Types by Flow:
- Continuous flow
- Pulsatile flow
VAD Types by Placement:
- Implantable VAD
- Paracorporeal/External VAD*
- Percutaneous VAD*
VAD Types by Location/Function:
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
- Total Artificial Heart (TAH)*
Additional Skills:
- VAD Management*
Employer
Talent4Health
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Cons
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About San Francisco, CA
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in San Francisco, CA here's what you should know:- San Francisco's cost of living is significantly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- Wages are relatively high, but they may not fully match the increased cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 60-70°F, while winter average lows range from 45-55°F.
- Short-term rentals can be found, but they are in high demand and may be relatively expensive.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- San Francisco is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and heavy traffic.
- However, the city has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trams, and the famous cable cars.
- San Francisco is a diverse city with a wide range of ages.
- Common health issues include respiratory problems due to the fog and air quality.
- It has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- San Francisco offers a plethora of activities, including diverse restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, numerous sports events, and abundant outdoor opportunities such as hiking, beach activities, and exploring parks.
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