CVICU Registered Nurse
Columbia, Missouri
University of Missouri Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - CVICU

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 11 weeks

Job Description

• Work schedule options include block scheduling: 6 days on, 8 days off, or every weekend Friday through Sunday.
• Required to work 50% of holidays.
• Floating assignments include ICU Cluster and Medical-Surgical/Telemetry units (1:4 ratio).
• Unit is an 18-bed Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU/CVICU) caring for highest acuity patients with specialty equipment.
• Physical demands include ambulating, reaching, and moving objects over 20 lbs.
• Exposure to contagious illnesses is routine.
• Facility operates 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Rotating shifts, holiday work, and work during inclement weather are required.
• Essential functions include ability to work full contract term, assigned shifts, take call, work assigned weekends, and work at least half of the holidays during the contract.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri
• Minimum 1 year of Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) experience within the last year
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and international checks if applicable.
• State-specific background searches and caregiver screening as required by Missouri regulations.
• Verification of licensure through primary source within 60 days of start.
• Drug screening: Negative 7-panel drug test within 60 days of start.
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Physical exam within 1 year.
  • Fit mask test within 1 year (specific mask types required).
  • Tdap vaccination within 10 years or approved exemption.
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year; positive TB requires additional documentation.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination.
  • Hepatitis B series or positive titer required; declinations not accepted for new candidates after 7/1/2023.
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season.
• Photo for badge (new candidates only).
• Completion of facility-specific forms including confidentiality agreements and caregiver registry forms.
• References: Two professional references within the last 2 years.
• Resume must document at least 7 years of employment history with no gaps over 30 days.

Physical and Work Environment

• Active role requiring physical activity including ambulation and lifting.
• Exposure to contagious diseases.
• Work in a fast-paced, high-acuity critical care environment.
• Facility open 24/7 with rotating shifts and holiday coverage.

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position in a high-acuity Cardiac ICU setting requiring at least 1 year of recent Cardiothoracic ICU experience. The role demands flexibility in scheduling, physical stamina, and compliance with extensive health and background screening requirements. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.