RN - Progressive Care / Step Down

Cardiac PCU RN Needed For June 8th StartHVU Unit Expansion - Multiple Needs!BILL RATE - *** - D/N Rotation - 36hrs/wk48 beds of step-down level of care for cardiology, EP, and cardiac surgical patients.Cardio Thoracic surgical patients, pre and post CHF, telemetry, vascular, Pulmonary HTN, temporary pacersRN Patient Ratios on Days and Nights: Days 1:3, Nights 1:4-5, depending on acuityMUST HAVE MINIMUM OF 1.5YRS OF RECENT EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE.MedSurg:Chest tubesTubesDrips such as Diltiazem, heparin, Lasix, insulin, or amiodaroneLines/Tubes/drains for post-surgical patientsTrachs/LaryngectomiesTelemetryComplex woundsCentral Lines – care and maintenance and blood drawsStepdown:Hemodynamic monitoringInvasive BP monitoring through arterial linesNitro, primacor, dobutamine, dopamine dripsBi-PAP/ C-PAPLow dose pressors, vasoactive meds, and inotropesTrachsComplex woundsLines/ tubes/ drains for post-surgical patientsExternal pacers, epicardial wires, TR bandsRequired Credentials:NH RN License or Compact License (Proof of State Residency Required)BLSACLSDepartment: Heart & Vascular Unit