Overview
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Registered Nurses (RNs) work closely with doctors and heart specialists to control patients’ blood pressure and to prevent heart failure. The CVICU RN provides education and support to families and patients while acting as a liaison between the doctors and the patients. CVICU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assess a patient’s condition and implement care plan while observing and recording patients’ vital signs
- Administer medication and operate cardiovascular equipment like oxygenation machines and balloon pumps
- Respond to life-threatening situations
Requirements
- Valid RN license in the state of practice, or a valid temporary/interim RN license, or compact RN licensure for the current state of practice.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital setting within the past 12 months, or equivalent experience in an acute care environment.
- Minimum 1 years RN experience in CVICU
- Experience working in the specified specialty area (CVICU) preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree (preferably in nursing or related field).
- Professional certification in specialty nursing or related area.
- Additional related education and/or experience relevant to the CVICU nursing role.
- Experience in research activities within clinical practice (optional/advantageous).
Shift(s)
- Days (3x12)
- Variable (3x12)
- Nights (3x12)
Location(s)
- Phoenix, AZ
- Glendale, AZ
- Tuba City, AZ
Unique Gifted Benefits
- Guaranteed Pay - With Guaranteed Pay, you’ll never have to worry about not getting paid if your shift gets canceled for low census. Contact your recruiter for complete details.
- Premium Overtime – You will receive 2x your hourly rate on travel assignments for all overtime hours worked (excluding local, PRN, CA, Govt assignments).
- Weekly Pay - We pay you weekly so you can focus on your career and your life.
Why Gifted Healthcare?
At Gifted Healthcare, we believe that one person can make a difference in patient care. When you join our team, you’ll have access to top-tier facilities and a support system that ensures both your professional and personal needs are met. Apply today and start your next adventure with us!
Job Types: Full-time, Travel nursing, Contract
Pay: $2,145.40 - $2,407.12 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you wiling to relocate to Arizona for the duration of this contract?
Experience:
- CVICU: 1 year (Required)
- RN: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: On the road
