CVICU

Registered Nurse - Critical Care

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Critical Care

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Critical Care

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: 12-Hour Day Shift

Hours per Shift: 36

Experience: Minimum 3 years of ICU experience with at least 1 year of CVICU experience

License: Current Nursing License

Certifications: BLS, ACLS; CCRN preferred

Must-Have: Competent in invasive line monitoring, including Swan Ganz and arterial lines. Experience with cardiac medications, ventilator, and tracheostomy management. Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms. Familiarity with EPIC for electronic medical records. Specific CV surgical experience, including ECMO, CVVH, IABP, and VAD, is preferred.

Description: The facility is a Level II trauma center with comprehensive stroke capabilities. It is also a Magnet-designated facility with 933 beds. The critical care unit has a total of 30 beds and a range of patient diagnoses. Common diagnoses include immediate post-operative care for CABG, TAVR, valve repairs, heart transplants, and pacemaker management. Thoracic surgeries include post-operative care for esophagectomy, pneumonectomy, and lobectomy procedures. Vascular surgeries are also managed, including post-operative care for AAA repairs. Patient ratios are typically 1:1 or 1:2 in regular ICU settings, with a mixed status ratio of 1:3. A dedicated intensivist and a CT surgeon are available 24/7 for support. The unit has telemetry monitoring at the bedside and the nurses' station. There are additional resources for phlebotomy assistance. Weekend rotations are required every other weekend, with 1-2 holiday shifts expected per contract. RTO requests of up to 7 days are acceptable. A fatigue policy is in place to ensure staff, including travelers, do not exceed defined working hours. Scrubs should be solid color and professional, without graphics or logos.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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