RN CVICU

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (Night Shift) in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Location

Jersey City, NJ

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

This position requires night shifts (3x12-hour) from 19:00 to 07:15, with every other weekend coverage and holiday on-call requirements.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit will provide critical care to patients, including fresh cardiac open heart patients, at a 1:1 ratio as needed, and will typically work with patient ratios of 1:2 or 1:3 based on acuity. This role involves floating to CCU/CTICU, ICU, and/or stepdown as required, and utilizing the Epic charting system for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care for cardiovascular surgery patients.
• Monitor and manage patients receiving ECMO, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and other specialty interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physical therapy and respiratory services.
• Perform critical assessments and interventions for patients in acute and chronic distress.
• Ensure safety and quality of care by adhering to protocols and best practices.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an intensive care unit, preferably within a Cardiovascular setting.
• Demonstrated experience with fresh open heart surgical patients and cardiac care.
• Familiarity with high-acuity patient management and critical care settings.

Certifications/Licensure

• Active New Jersey or Compact RN license required.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and Stroke CEUs required.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.