Protouch Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in New Lenox, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/28/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
The CVICU RN provides specialized nursing care to critically ill patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. This includes post-operative care for patients undergoing open-heart surgery, heart transplants, vascular surgery, or those requiring advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). The CVICU RN monitors patient vitals, administers medications, operates life-sustaining equipment, and collaborates with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care in the Cardiovascular ICU for critically ill cardiac patients.
- Monitor and assess patients for changes in condition, intervene as necessary.
- Administer medications, IV drips, and manage vasoactive agents.
- Operate and troubleshoot advanced cardiovascular equipment (e.g., IABP, CRRT, ECMO, ventilators).
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members.
- Provide detailed handoff reports and documentation using the electronic health record (EHR).
- Educate patients and families on care, procedures, and expected outcomes.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Respond to emergency situations such as Code Blue or Rapid Response.
Qualifications:
- Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred).
- Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in [state]; BLS and ACLS certifications required.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience preferred.
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About Protouch Staffing
Protouch Staffing stands out as a premier healthcare staffing agency in the USA, committed to pairing healthcare workers with positions that perfectly match their qualifications, experiences, and career aspirations. Emphasizing quality and dependability, Protouch Staffing caters to an extensive array of healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. The agency provides diverse staffing options, including temporary, permanent, and travel nursing roles, addressing the evolving demands of the healthcare sector. Our dedication to superior service and tailored support guarantees that both healthcare professionals and employers receive the necessary assistance and resources to prosper in the dynamic and constantly shifting landscape of the healthcare industry.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- Holiday Pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits