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Cardio Thoracic ICU RN
Chesapeake, Virginia
Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

$2,023-2,971/week
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Cardio Thoracic ICU RN

Overview

  • Travel/Contract assignment in Chesapeake, Virginia
  • 13 weeks, with possible extension
  • Night shift: 3x12s or 4x12s
  • Every other weekend, floating, and holidays within the contract are required
  • 48-hour contracts are available with overtime billed after 48 hours
  • Cannot accommodate block scheduling
  • Travelers must work two of the three winter holidays
  • Typical patient ratio: 1:1-2
  • Universal bed model includes step down patients

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Virginia
  • CTICU - Cardiothoracic Intensive Care (2 years of experience)
  • CTICU - Cardiothoracic Intensive Care experience within the last year
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Experience with Epic
  • No license or background hits

Required Certifications

  • BLS issued by American Heart Association
  • ACLS issued by American Heart Association
  • NIHSS

Required Skills

  • Arterial line management
  • Blood product administration
  • Central line care and management
  • PICC line management
  • Continuous intravenous sedation administration
  • Procedural sedation administration
  • Titration of cardiac drips
  • Titration of vasoactive drips
  • Strong neuro experience including post-brain surgery and EVD/ventriculostomy management
  • FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring
  • Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
  • Multi-system organ failure
  • CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
  • Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
  • Impella
  • Post cardiac surgery, directly from the OR
  • Post cardiac surgery, not directly from the OR
  • Pre/Post cardiac cath/intervention
  • Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring
  • IV insulin protocols
  • CVVHD/CRRT
  • CVA/Acute Stroke management
  • Assist with management of BiPAP, CPAP
  • Care of ventilated patient
  • High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
  • Interpretation of ABGs
  • Suctioning (ETT, NT)
  • Ventilator management
  • Infection prevention
  • Isolation precautions / use of PPE
  • Surgical wounds with drains / wound vac

Preferred

  • Travel experience
  • Previous travel experience

Compliance Notes

  • Local RN candidates living within 50 miles of Chesapeake Regional Healthcare are not eligible
  • Submission must include a completed Qualivis Cover Sheet, current NURSYS report, and all requested time off listed on the Qualivis Cover Sheet

Facility

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

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5 nurses recommend working with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

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Chesapeake Regional Medical Center
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 310 beds
ADDRESS736 Battlefield Boulevard NorthChesapeake, VA 23320
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About Chesapeake, VA

As a Travel Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Nurse in Chesapeake, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chesapeake, VA is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • Chesapeake experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 87°F and lows around 70°F.
  • Winters are cool with average highs around 50°F and lows around 32°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chesapeake, VA.
  • They can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
Transportation
  • Chesapeake is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include bus services operated by Hampton Roads Transit (HRT).
Demographics
  • Chesapeake has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's pollen count.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Chesapeake offers a variety of restaurants serving local seafood and international cuisine.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing, hiking, and water activities in the outdoors.
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