Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Cardiac ICU RN for a float pool hospital position in Rochester, MN, requiring at least 2 years of CICU experience and proficiency with advanced hemodynamic monitoring and mechanical circulatory support devices.

Details

• Cardiac ICU (CICU) setting within a large hospital float pool, with floating required as needed
• Specializes in critically ill adult patients with altered cardiac function and hemodynamic instability
• Required procedures and equipment: pulmonary artery catheter, IABP, Impella, advanced hemodynamic monitoring, and ventilator management
• Charting via Epic (experience required)
• 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts
• Day/night rotation: 0700–1930 and 1900–0730
• Every third weekend required
• Floating to other units required as needed

Requirements

• Active MN RN license required — no pending licenses accepted
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or American Red Cross)
• CCRN preferred
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN or CCNE); if not accredited, at least 1 year of RN experience in an applicable care setting within the last 5 years is required
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care nursing experience
• Minimum 2 years of recent Cardiac ICU RN experience required
• Minimum 1 year of RN travel experience required
• Proficiency with IABP, Impella, pulmonary artery catheters, advanced hemodynamic monitoring, and ventilator management
• Must pass an ECG exam administered during orientation to continue the assignment
• COVID vaccination and booster required for eligibility
• Date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsible for coordinating all phases of nursing care including direct patient care, patient/family education, and care transitions
• Delegates patient care based on skill level, acuity, and available resources
• Provides informal leadership through preceptor roles, mentoring, teaching, and participation in quality improvement efforts
• On-site position — no remote or telework options
• Up to 3 shifts per 13-week assignment may be subject to cancellation due to low census
• Travelers may remain on assignment for up to one calendar year from the initial start date; a break of 30–60 days is required before returning to a new assignment