Open Position: RN - CVICU

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2834.36

Opportunity:

RN - CVICU

Job Details:

* Every other weekend schedule required with holiday coverage (must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays per unit needs)
* Patient ratios of 1:1-2+ for days, nights, and weekends
* Scrubs: Navy Blue
* Required to 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
* EPIC charting experience required
* 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: A-lines, blood product administration, central/PICC lines, starting IVs, continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade and sedation, emergency medications, procedural sedation administration/monitoring, titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips, and IV insulin protocols
* Respiratory/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, TAVR, valve repair/replacement, post-op open heart recovery, temporary pacers, FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and 12-lead EKG
* Renal/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
* Interdisciplinary support available including physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and unit secretary
* Patients served: adults and geriatrics

Facility:

This facility is a 628-bed academic Level I Trauma Center affiliated with a major university. The CVICU specializes in caring for patients requiring cardiac surgery, heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices, TAVR, and ECMO. The Heart, Vascular and Thoracic program was the first in New Jersey to achieve Comprehensive Cardiac Center accreditation through The Joint Commission and American Heart Association, providing CABG, valve, and aortic surgery. The facility is part of New Jersey's largest integrated healthcare system.

Location:

New Brunswick, NJ

New Brunswick is a vibrant city in central New Jersey that offers a rich cultural scene, diverse dining options, and easy access to both New York City and Philadelphia. The area combines the energy of a university town with the convenience of a well-connected metropolitan location, making it an exciting destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and an engaging lifestyle.

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.