RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Details

Client Name
HCA Mission Hospital

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Job ID
19023254

Weekly Pay
$1894.25


Shift Details

Shift
7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Scheduled Hours
36


Job Order Details

Start Date
11/01/2026

End Date
01/31/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in a fast-paced critical care environment. This role requires strong clinical skills and experience in providing high-quality patient care in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU).

Unit Information

• Unit Name: CICU
• Number of Beds: 16
• Patient Ratios: 2/1 or 1/1 (occasionally 3/1 depending on acuity)
• Staffing: RNs only (no HUC or PCT)
• Equipment: Ventilators, Telemetry, Baxter IV Pump, IABP, CRRT, Impella, Hypothermia equipment
• Documentation System: Cerner
• Scheduling: 36 hours/week, alternating weekends, 12-hour shifts
• Floating Policy: Travelers may float to all areas within the unit

Responsibilities

As an ICU Registered Nurse, you will:

• Monitor and assess patient conditions in a critical care setting
• Administer medication and treatments as ordered
• Manage and titrate vesicant medications safely
• Utilize advanced equipment and technology relevant to critical care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Perform various procedures including cardioversion, central line insertion, and thoracentesis

Qualifications

• Required Experience: ICU experience is mandatory
• Skills:
  
  
  • Titration of vesicant medications
  • Familiarity with pressors, sedation, and paralytics
  • Experience with ventilators, tracheostomies, and telemetry interpretation
  • Understanding of hemodynamics and PA catheter setup
  • Knowledge of transvenous pacing, cardioversion, and TEE
  • Familiarity with chest tube insertions and maintenance
• Advanced Skills: IABP, Impella, and CRRT knowledge is desirable
• Certifications: CCRN is recommended but not required

Dress Code

Scrubs should be navy or navy and white; no pullovers, hoodies, or green scrubs unless soiled. Adherence to the specified uniform colors is mandatory.

Awards and Recognition

Our unit is recognized for its commitment to excellence in patient care and innovation. We encourage you to explore our team culture and values as you consider joining us.

Work Environment

This role offers the opportunity to work with a team of experienced professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care. Join us in a rewarding environment with advanced technology and supportive leadership.

Location

Asheville, NC

Client Details

Address
509 BILTMORE AVENUE

City
Asheville

State
NC

Zip Code
28801