CVICU Registered Nurse

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30), rotating every other weekend.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced CVICU Registered Nurse to provide exceptional care to patients recovering from cardiac surgery and related procedures. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in intensive care procedures, medical management, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient conditions, including the management of arterial lines, chest tubes, and ventilators.
• Administer medications and blood products as prescribed and ensure compliance with protocols for patients requiring ECMO and other advanced cardiac support.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physical therapy, pharmacy, and rapid response teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records and documentation.
• Participate in patient and family education and discharge planning.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Associate degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a CVICU setting.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
• Experience with charting systems, specifically Epic, preferred.
• Must possess the ability to manage complex patient needs, including but not limited to those requiring advanced monitoring and therapies.

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
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• 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!