Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position requiring a minimum of 2 years of Pedi CVICU experience and TX or compact RN licensure.

Details

• High-acuity, fast-paced cardiovascular stand-alone pediatric unit
• Patient population includes congenital heart disease/defects, surgical CHD, heart failure, arrhythmias, transplant, VAD/Berlin Heart patients, with an age range from neonatal through young adult (occasional adult CHD patients)
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:1–1:2 for ICU status; 1:3 for stepdown/non-ICU status
• Night shift: 18:45–07:15
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• Certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and PALS
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required (Group A renewed yearly; Groups B–F renewed every 2 years)
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU experience required
• Must possess a US Social Security Number and provide a US home address
• Documents required for consideration: copy of Driver's License, 2 professional references, skills checklist, and copies of all certifications and license verification

Additional Information

• Care for critically ill pediatric patients with complex cardiovascular conditions including post-surgical CHD, heart failure, arrhythmias, transplant, and VAD/Berlin Heart support
• COVID vaccination is not required by this facility
• Local candidates are accepted; however, candidates residing within the facility's radius may be subject to a different pay rate — contact your recruiter for details