Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Surgical Specialty

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse with strong telemetry experience and expertise in titrating vasoactive medications for our Cardiovascular Surgical Specialty Unit. This role is essential in providing quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, focusing on cardiovascular and vascular surgery patients.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patient vitals and telemetry data.
• Titrate medications such as levophed, phenylephrine, dopamine, and dobutamine appropriately.
• Perform procedures including temporary pacing, chest tube removal, and arterial line removal.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Complete bedside shift reports and update patient care boards.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Must have a valid Registered Nurse license.
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications are required.
• Strong telemetry skills and experience with vasoactive medication titration.
• Experience with chest tubes is preferred; candidates with additional skills such as arterial lines and Flo-Tracs will be prioritized.

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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• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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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!