About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU opportunity in columbus, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring OH or compact RN licensure and prior cardiac ICU experience.
Requirements
Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
BLS and ACLS certifications required
NIHSS certification required
2 years of cardiac ICU experience preferred
Epic experience required
Skills required: IV starts, telemetry, ventilator management, Swan-Ganz monitoring, conscious sedation, balloon pump management, and PA line management
Teaching hospital experience preferred
Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role; Charge RN acceptable for the second reference; no coworker references accepted
Responsibilities
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) setting
Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
36 hours per week
Up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule period (Friday/Saturday for night shift)
Rotating holiday coverage required
Patient ratios approximately 1:1-2
Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity level
Uses Epic EMR
Provide critical care nursing to complex cardiovascular patients including post-cardiac surgery, CABG, TAVR, valve repair/replacement, and VAD patients
Manage patients with IABP, ECMO, Impella, and CVP monitoring as needed
Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, continuous IV sedation, and manage emergency medications
Perform sheath removal, epicardial pacing wire care, and 12-lead EKG interpretation
Support patients with renal replacement therapy (CRRT/CVVHD) and multisystem organ dysfunction
Previous travel experience preferred but first-time travelers may be considered
Local candidates accepted at the same rate
Former employees eligible for assignment consideration after 6 months away from the facility
Current employees are ineligible for travel assignments at this health system
RTO must be submitted with application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to strict credentialing timelines
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Job ID: P-
Open Positions: 1
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Worksite address
columbus, OH, 43224, US
Who can apply
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