Open Position: RN - CVICU

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2933.92

Opportunity:

RN - CVICU

Job Details:

* Every other weekend requirement plus holiday coverage
* Must be available to work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays per unit needs
* Patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:2+ on days, nights, and weekends
* Wear navy blue scrubs
* Chart using EPIC (experience required)
* Float to all ICUs, PACU ICU holds, ED ICU holds, and Cardiac IMC units within skillset without exception
* Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
* Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU experience required; SICU experience may be considered if initial training was completed in a CVICU
* Must have experience with fresh post-op cardiac cases including CABG, MVR, AVR, and TAVR
* Must have experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT using PrisMax
* Active NJ or Compact nursing license required at time of submission
* Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
* IV therapy skills required: arterial lines, blood product administration, central/PICC lines, starting IVs, continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade and sedation, emergency medications, procedural sedation administration and monitoring, titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips, and IV insulin protocols
* Respiratory and thoracic skills required: chest tube insertion/removal, BiPAP/CPAP, ventilated patient care, HFNC, ABGs, suctioning (ETT, NT), and ventilator management
* Cardiovascular skills required: CABG, cardiac surgery care, TAVR, valve repair/replacement, post-op open heart recovery, temporary pacers, FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and 12-lead EKG
* Renal and neurological skills required: chronic/acute renal failure, CVVHD/CRRT, CVA/acute stroke management, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, and lumbar drains
* General skills required: multisystem organ dysfunction/failure management, infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, and phlebotomy
* Patients served include adults and geriatrics
* First-time travelers accepted; locals accepted

Facility:

This 628-bed academic Level I Trauma Center is affiliated with a major research university and offers a comprehensive range of advanced cardiac services. The CVICU specializes in caring for patients requiring cardiac surgery, heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices, TAVR, and ECMO. The facility's Heart, Vascular and Thoracic program was the first in its state to achieve Comprehensive Cardiac Center accreditation through The Joint Commission and American Heart Association, providing CABG, valve, and aortic surgery. It is part of the state's largest integrated healthcare system and benefits from robust interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, social services, rapid response teams, and more.

Location:

New Brunswick, NJ

New Brunswick is a vibrant and culturally rich city in central New Jersey, offering easy access to both New York City and Philadelphia, making it an ideal hub for healthcare professionals who want big-city amenities with a dynamic local community. The area boasts a thriving arts scene, diverse dining options, and proximity to beautiful parks and shoreline destinations throughout the Garden State.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.