CVICU Registered Nurse
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

Job Opportunity: CVICU Registered Nurse

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

Job Description

• Provide nursing care in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) setting.
• Patient ratio typically 1:1 to 1:2; ratios may vary when floated.
• Patient population includes fresh heart surgery patients, ventilated patients, chest tubes, lumbar drains, and patients with chronic and acute renal failure.
• Equipment experience required with devices such as Impella, IABP, and CRRT using Prismax, or experience with fresh heart cases.
• Required skills include post-op open heart recovery, Swan-Ganz catheter, Flotrack, temporary pacers, arterial lines, and chest tubes.
• Experience with surgeries such as CABG, MVR, AVR, and TAVR preferred.
• Floating required to all ICUs, PACU, ED for ICU holding patients, and all IMC units.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, with CVICU experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring)
  • IV Certification
• Experience with cardiovascular devices and post-op care including:

  • Impella
  • IABP (Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump)
  • CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy) using Prismax
  • Fresh heart cases
  • Post-op open heart recovery
  • Swan-Ganz catheter
  • Flotrack
  • Temporary pacers
  • Arterial lines (A-lines)
  • Chest tubes

Schedule & Time Off

• Every other weekend and holiday required, as applicable.
• All time off or schedule accommodations must be approved prior to offer.

Additional Requirements

• Must provide 2 professional references within the last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference.
• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history required.
• New Jersey candidates require verification of at least 1 year of prior work history with no gaps longer than 30 days.
• Must complete required background checks and drug screening prior to start.
• Required health documents include:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as per guidelines.
  • Physical exam within the last 12 months confirming ability to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease.
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption.
  • Immunization proof or immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, and Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap.
• Fit testing and respiratory medical clearance required prior to start, with on-site fit testing mandatory.
• Must complete medication and pharmacology competency exams, EKG/dysrhythmia competency exams, and other required clinical competencies within specified timeframes.
• Must complete annual education sign-offs and facility-specific orientation requirements.

Prior Travel Experience

• First-time travelers are accepted; prior travel experience is not required.

Notes

• Floating to multiple units is mandatory.
• Patient care involves complex cardiovascular cases requiring specialized skills and certifications.
• Compliance with all health, safety, and competency requirements is mandatory for assignment clearance and continuation.

This position is ideal for experienced CVICU nurses seeking a travel contract opportunity with exposure to advanced cardiovascular care and diverse critical care settings.