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Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring PA or compact RN licensure and proficiency with CRRT/CVVHD, IABPs, and Impellas.
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Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a teaching hospital
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Care for postoperative heart surgery patients including CABG and valve procedures
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Patient ratio of 1:2-3
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Rotating schedule with 3x12 hour Day shifts (0645-1915) and Night shifts (1845-0715)
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Schedule may include a mix of day and night shifts within the same week based on unit staffing needs
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Every other weekend requirement (Fri, Sat, Sun)
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One holiday coverage required
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No on-call requirements
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May float to any Adult ICU or Telemetry unit if census allows and assignment is appropriate
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Uses Epic charting system
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Active RN license (PA state or Compact) required at time of consideration
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BSN required
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Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
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Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
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Teaching hospital experience required
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Epic charting system experience required
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Must be proficient with CRRT/CVVHD, hemodynamic monitoring, IABPs, and Impellas
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Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
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Experience with ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and care of ventilated patients
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Knowledge of cardiac drip titration and vasoactive drip management
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Valid references and copies of certifications required for consideration
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First-time travelers accepted with required 2 years of specialty experience
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Provide critical care nursing to postoperative cardiac surgery patients and other CVICU cases
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Responsible for hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and administration of cardiac and vasoactive medications
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Navy blue scrub color required
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Must reside within a 50-mile radius to qualify for local candidate consideration
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Local candidates accepted at a different rate
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Fingerprinting and background clearance requirements apply for those working in Pennsylvania
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Pass/Fail clinical exam required for clearance with a maximum of 3 attempts
