CVICU Nurse - Night Shift

Location

New Jersey

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift: 3x12 hours (19:00 - 07:30). Travelers must be available to work every other holiday and weekend.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced CVICU Nurse for a critical care role involving the management of patients post open-heart surgery as well as other complex cardiac care needs. The nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage care for patients who are fresh open hearts, including CABG, MVR, AVR, and TAVR.
• Assist with the insertion and removal of chest tubes and the management of ventilation support (BiPAP/CPAP).
• Perform 12 lead EKGs and monitor cardiac rhythms.
• Administer medications and blood products as required.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including physical therapy and respiratory services.
• Float to all ICUs and IMC units as needed.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of acute care experience, with CVICU experience preferred.
• Current NJ RN License (or Compact License) at the time of submission.
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
• Experience with devices such as Impella, IABP, and CRRT.
• Ability to work with chronic and acute renal failure patients.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
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• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!