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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiothoracic ICU position requiring CVICU/CTICU background, Epic proficiency, and a valid VA or Compact RN license.
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Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) in a hospital setting with 8 beds
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Patient population includes post-operative CABG adults, Acute Coronary, NSTEMI, STEMI, and CHF patients
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Universal bed model: ICU patients downgraded to step-down status remain in the CTICU until discharge, requiring care of both ICU and step-down patients
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Patient ratio of 1:1–2
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Night shift, 7p–7:30a
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Schedule options: 3x12 or 4x12 shifts
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Weekday, every other weekend, float, and holiday coverage required within contract
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Block scheduling cannot be accommodated
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EMR: Epic (proficiency required)
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Monitoring equipment used: Hemosphere, Quantum, Accuryn
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Active VA or Compact RN license in hand — no exceptions
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Current BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association required
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NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
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Minimum 2 years of experience in a CVICU or CTICU
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Epic proficiency required — no exceptions
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Required skills: arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care/management, PICC line management, IV insertion, continuous IV sedation, procedural sedation administration, cardiac and vasoactive drip titration, strong neuro experience (post-brain surgery, EVD/ventriculostomy), FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, multi-system organ failure management, CABG, IABP, Impella, post-cardiac surgery care (directly and not directly from OR), pre/post cardiac cath/intervention, PA line/Swan-Ganz monitoring, IV insulin protocols, CVVHD/CRRT, CVA/acute stroke management, BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilated patient care, HFNC, ABG interpretation, ETT/NT suctioning, ventilator management, infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, and surgical wound/drain/wound vac care
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Preferred skills: thermoregulation (hypothermia/hyperthermia), chronic/acute renal failure, port access, external ventricular drain (EVD) management, and ICP monitoring
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Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility — a valid driver's license must be provided for address verification
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No license or background issues will be considered
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Two professional references required for consideration
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Driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
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Travel experience preferred but not required
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This position does not accept local candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility
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Holidays falling within the contract period are required to be worked
