Job Type: Travel
Weekly Pay: $1813 - $2013
Shift: 12 Hour Night
Shifts per week: 3
Scheduled Hours: 36
Duration: 13 Week(s)
**Job Description: Cardiac Thoracic ICU RN – Night Shift**
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Cardiac Thoracic ICU team for 12-hour night shifts at a leading teaching facility. This position requires a dedicated professional who has a strong background in critical care and is skilled in managing a variety of complex cardiac cases.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Provide expert nursing care to open heart surgery patients and those with thoracic conditions.
- Monitor and support patients post-surgery, including management of devices such as ECMO, Impella, LVAD, IABP, CRRT, and other critical care technologies.
- Administer medications and treatments, including tube feeds via Kangaroo pumps and chest tube management.
- Utilize vital sign machines, glucometers, pulse oximeters, and oxygen delivery devices in daily care routines.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including medical students and new hires, to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation, following all safety and health regulations.
**Qualifications:**
- Minimum of 2-3 years of nursing experience in an intensive care setting, preferably in a cardiac or thoracic unit.
- Prior travel nursing experience is required.
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications are mandatory.
- Demonstrated ability to handle high-acuity patients and complex cases, including MIs and CHF management.
- Experience with a variety of medical equipment and technology utilized in critical care settings.
**Additional Information:**
- Applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and influenza, or provide an approved declination.
- All required documentation must be submitted one week prior to the assigned start date.
- The facility accepts local travelers only if they are over 60 miles from the assignment location.
- Candidates should be prepared for potential shift cancellations due to census changes.
**At ARMStaffing we take care of our nurses! We offer:**
- **Health & Retirement Benefits**: Day-1 access to extensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and more.
- **Complimentary Onboarding**: We pay your way through onboarding, including Physicals, TITERS, and more. A dedicated Onboarding Specialist will facilitate your appointments, so you can focus on patient care.
- **On-Call Support**: Benefit from 24/7, 365 days a year on-call support. Our experienced team is ready to provide immediate clinical direction.
- **401k Retirement Savings Plan**: After a qualifying waiting period, employees are eligible for 401k. Employees who contribute at least 5% will receive a 4% company match.
- **Recruiter Matching**: Your application will be matched with a specialized recruiter based on your preferred location and specialty.
And there's so much more... including Travel Reimbursement, Housing Allowance, Meals & Incidentals, Referral Bonuses, and Completion Bonuses!
We are proud of our achievements as a recognized leader in healthcare staffing, and we invite you to join our team!
For more information, please reach out to one of our recruiters to discuss your options!