Open Position: RN - CVICU

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2834.36

Opportunity:

RN - CVICU

Job Details:

* Every other weekend requirement plus holiday coverage
* Must work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays as needed (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's)
* Patient ratios of 1:1 to 2+
* Required to float within skillset to all ICUs, PACU ICU holds, ED ICU holds, and Cardiac IMC units
* Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
* Scrubs: Navy Blue
* EPIC charting system experience required
* 2 years of recent CVICU experience required; SICU experience may be considered if initial training was completed in a CVICU, specifically open-heart surgery
* 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 within the last year
* Active NJ or Compact nursing license required at time of submission
* Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
* IV Therapy/Medication skills: A-lines, blood product administration, central/PICC line management, starting IVs, continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade and sedation, emergency medications, procedural sedation administration and monitoring, titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips, IV insulin protocols
* Respiratory/Thoracic skills: Chest tube insertion/removal, BiPAP/CPAP, ventilated patient care, HFNC, ABGs, suctioning (ETT, NT), ventilator management
* Cardiovascular skills: CABG, cardiac surgery (directly and not directly from OR), TAVR, valve repair/replacement, post-op open heart recovery, temporary pacemakers, FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, 12-lead EKG
* Renal/Neurological skills: Chronic/acute renal failure, CVVHD/CRRT, CVA/acute stroke, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, lumbar drains
* General skills: Multisystem organ dysfunction/failure management, infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, phlebotomy
* Patients served: Adults and Geriatrics
* At least 1 supervisory reference required at time of submission

Facility:

This facility is a 628-bed academic Level I Trauma Center affiliated with a major university. The CVICU cares 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 the state 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 the state's largest integrated healthcare system and offers robust interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and more.

Location:

New Brunswick, NJ

New Brunswick offers a vibrant urban experience with a rich cultural scene, diverse dining options, and a thriving arts community, all within close proximity to both New York City and Philadelphia. The area provides an exciting blend of academic energy and city life, making it an ideal destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and a dynamic 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.