Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position at a high-acuity critical care facility in Nashville, TN, requiring at least 2 years of critical care experience and a TN or Compact RN license.

Details

• Night shift position, 18:45–07:15
• 15-bed Critical Care Unit serving some of the most critically ill patients in the Nashville area
• Patient population includes cardiac surgery, cardiac transplant, MI, CHF, cardiogenic shock, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, post-cardiopulmonary arrest, and post-ventricular assist device placement
• Major service lines include cardiothoracic surgery (open heart recovery) and neuro/neurosurgery
• ICU-level care provided for complex cases including ECMO
• Patients range in age from adolescent through late adult (ages 14+)
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2
• Direct patient care team includes RNs and Patient Care Techs
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active TN or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of critical care nursing experience required
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required
• Current ACLS certification (AHA) required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Must possess a US Social Security Number and provide a US home address
• Driver's License required for consideration
• Two professional references required for consideration

Additional Information

• Care for high-acuity patients receiving cardiothoracic surgery recovery, neuro/neurosurgery, and advanced cardiac interventions including ECMO
• Local candidates are eligible to apply; however, candidates residing within the facility's radius may be subject to a reduced pay rate
• COVID-19 vaccination is not required for this position