Registered Nurse - RN- Cardiovascular ICU

Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse ( RN ) in Fort Wayne, Indiana Are you an experienced ICU RN with open-heart recovery experience looking for something a little different? We currently have Evening & Night shift, 13-week contracts available with a great local hospital! Our Cardiac ICU RNs enjoy:

• Competitive Pay – $54/hr
• Flexible Schedule – work/life balance with guaranteed 36 hours, with weekend requirement
• Professional Growth – Online CEUs and specialized training
• Bonus Opportunities – Contract Completion / Referral

As an ICU RN, you will:

• Deliver critical care nursing services to medically complex and critically ill patients in a high-acuity ICU setting during a 13-week contract assignment.
• Continuously assess patient condition, monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs, and promptly respond to changes in patient status or emergencies.
• Administer IV medications, vasopressors, sedation, blood products, and other advanced therapies in accordance with physician orders and ICU protocols.
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment, including ventilators, cardiac monitors, infusion pumps, and life-support systems.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation, ensure compliance with infection control and safety standards, and provide compassionate support to patients and families during critical situations.
• Arrive on time for scheduled shifts
• Participate in continuing education and maintain documentation to remain in compliance.
• 1:1 or 1:2 on ICU side 1:3 or 1:4 on step down side

A few must-haves for ICU RNs:

• Active RN or Compact license within the state of Indiana
• Active Certifications Required: BLS & ACLS through the American Heart Association
• 2 years of recent and related Cardiac ICU experience, as required by the facility
• Experience with open heart surgery recovery.
• Must be able to work independently, yet together as part of a team
• Must be able to remain calm under pressure
• Active BLS, physical, TB test, and other medical compliance as required by the facility

Interim HealthCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.