Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Step-Down position requiring an MD or Compact RN license, ACLS, and night shift availability.

Details

• Cardiac Step-Down unit in a hospital setting
• Adult and geriatric patient population with diagnoses including dysrhythmias, heart blocks with or without medical comorbidities, pre- and post-operative cardiac surgery, TAVR care, post-op permanent pacemaker placement, post-op mitral clips, and general medicine cases
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Specialized procedures include EKGs, chest tube management, strict I&O, Foley insertion and care, and mobility assistance using a cardiac walker
• IV drips managed include Cardizem, amiodarone, heparin, dopamine, dobutamine, Lasix, and Hypertonic Na+ (within set parameters, not titratable)
• Equipment used includes telemetry monitors with monitor techs, ICU Medical Plum Duo Infusion System IV pumps, O2, pulse oximetry, VS machines, SCDs, bed/chair alarms, chest tubes, pericardial drains, Foleys, and external cardiac pacers for epicardial wires
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required within specialty and to lower acuity units as needed
• Holiday coverage required as scheduled

Requirements

• Active MD or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, CPI, and NIHSS
• Prior cardiac step-down or similar experience required

Additional Information

• 8-week contract
• Local candidates are accepted at a reduced local travel rate
• Time-off requests must be disclosed at the time of initial consideration