Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Advanced Heart Failure

Overview City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Sentara Heart Hospital located on the Campus of Sentara Norfolk General in Norfolk, Virginia is hiring a Travel Registered Nurse for the Advanced Heart Failure Unit! Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Advanced Heart Failure Unit Sentara Heart Hospital - Norfolk, VA Position Details $70.00/hr pay rate Temporary Full Time 14-week assignment DAY Shift No benefits Responsibilities and Qualifications Seeking Travel RNs with the following: Demonstrated experience in cardiac care, including working with patients in telemetry, step-down, or critical care settings. Proficient in interpreting cardiac rhythms, including identification of arrhythmias and understanding their clinical significance. Solid foundational knowledge of appropriate nursing interventions for various cardiac conditions, including emergency response protocols and medication administration. Education Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or diploma in the Nursing Field required Certification/Licensure Virginia or Compact Multi-State License in good standing Basic Life Support (BLS) ACLS NIH Stroke Scale Experience Must have 2 or more years of recent acute care Cardiac hospital RN experience Advanced Heart Failure Unit (AHFU) Overview The AHFU is a 24-bed high-acuity cardiac care unit specializing in the treatment of patients with: Severe heart failure Pre- and post-heart transplant care Pulmonary hypertension While Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) and transplant experience are not required, opportunities exist for nurses who are eager to expand their cardiac skill set in these areas. Clinical Environment & Equipment Nurses work with advanced bedside monitoring systems and other high-tech equipment. For candidates with previous ICU experience , there are opportunities to titrate intravenous medications based on hemodynamic monitoring . Team Culture & Communication The unit thrives on 24/7 consistent communication and intricate interdisciplinary teamwork . A strong culture of collaboration and mutual support is essential for success on the AHFU. Staffing & Patient Load Nurses typically care for 3–4 patients , depending on acuity levels . The Advanced Heart Failure is an ACCN Gold Beacon Award Unit that is recognized for excellence in providing high-quality patient care, and a work environment that fosters teamwork, collaboration, and positivity. Additional Information Please watch our Advanced Heart Failure You Tube video to learn more about this amazing unit: Click here to learn more about Sentara Norfolk General Hospital! Sentara Norfolk General Hospital was named the Best Hospital for Cardiac Care in Virginia by Healthgrades. The Sentara Heart Hospital, a 112-bed care facility, is #2 for Cardiology services and Heart Surgery in the State of Virginia and ranks #24 in the nation for best heart programs. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and Sentara Heart Hospital information Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Location Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Norfolk, VA #J-18808-Ljbffr