Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a CVICU Float Pool position in Asheville, NC, requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and proficiency with advanced cardiac equipment and procedures.

Details

• Night shift position, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM, 12-hour shifts
• 36 hours per week with alternating weekends
• 13-week contract
• CVICU setting in a 16-bed unit with RN-only staffing (no HUC or PCT support)
• Patient ratios of 2:1 or 1:1, occasionally 3:1 depending on acuity
• Float pool position — travelers float to all areas including step-down/progressive care and cath lab recovery
• Procedures performed on unit include cardioversion, central line insertion, EGD, bronchoscopy, chest tube insertions, pericardiocentesis, and thoracentesis
• Equipment used includes ventilators, telemetry, Baxter IV pumps, IABP, CRRT, Impella, and hypothermia equipment
• Charting via Cerner (experience preferred)
• Capable nurses for ECMO, LVAD, and cath lab recovery will be prioritized

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
• NIHSS certification required for CVICU RNs
• Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU or ICU experience required
• Proficiency required in titration of vesicant medications, pressors, sedation, and paralytics
• Experience required with mechanical ventilation and tracheostomy care
• Telemetry interpretation skills required
• Understanding of hemodynamics, PA catheter setup and interpretation required
• CCRN certification recommended; IABP, Impella, and CRRT experience are a plus
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required if currently residing in Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more in the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Orientation consists of a 4-hour hospital orientation followed by an 8-hour on-unit shift
• Scrub color requirement: all navy, all white, or a combination of navy and white
• Tobacco use is strictly prohibited on all campus properties, including personal vehicles in campus parking
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months