Travel Cardiac Critical Care Registered Nurse

Position: Travel Cardiac Critical Care Registered Nurse - $2,546 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Specialty Care ICU position requiring a NM or compact RN license and recent cardiac critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a cardiac specialty critical care unit within a hospital setting

• 12-hour day shifts with 3 shifts per week

• Floating between departments and locations within 20 miles may be required

• Cares for cardiac critical care and intensive care patient populations

• Epic EMR experience is preferred but not required

• Assignment length is 13 weeks

• Provides direct care by assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting patient needs and responses

• Coordinates patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team and families

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and documents according to policy

• Supervises LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel on shift

• Comprehensive orientation and unit-specific competency testing required

• A 50-mile radius rule is enforced; local candidates are not eligible

• Previous permanent staff must have one year separation to be eligible as a traveler

• Candidates may be expected to float between units and nearby locations

• First time travelers are not eligible for this assignment

Requirements

• Active NM or compact RN license required

• Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications through AHA, American Health and Safety, or Red Cross

• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required

• Minimum of 2 years recent experience in a 12-plus bed cardiac critical care or ICU required

• Must have completed at least one prior 13-week travel assignment

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required

• Must pass Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) testing during first week of assignment; failure results in dismissal

• Open heart, LVAD, and balloon pump experience preferred

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

• 401(k) Plan

• Weekly Payroll Deposit

• Free Online CEUs

• Generous Housing Allowance

• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.