Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – CV Pre Op

Unit Information

Location: Heart Tower, 2nd Floor, City, State

Unit Size: 17 Beds

Staffing: 9 Staff Members

• Day Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 8 Registered Nurses (RNs)
• No Night Shift

Patient Ratios: 3 to 1

Equipment: Dash monitors, EKG machines

Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Meditech

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Travel Registered Nurse (RN) to join our CV Pre Op unit. The successful candidate will play a vital role in preparing patients for cardiac procedures and monitoring their condition during the pre-operative phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for the catheterization lab, cardiac valve replacement (CVOR), and electrophysiology (EP) lab procedures.
• Monitor patients under moderate sedation during recovery from procedures.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• IV Accessing
• Cardiac Monitoring

Preferred Skills

• Previous Preoperative Experience
• Experience in Preoperative Care and/or Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will thrive in a close-knit, collaborative team environment. A strong ability to work well with others is essential.

Certifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Work Schedule

This position requires a Monday through Friday schedule, consisting of three 12-hour shifts. Start times may vary from 5 AM to 8 AM. There are no weekend shifts or on-call requirements.

Dress Code

Scrub Color: Ceil Blue or Royal Blue

Additional Information

Floating to other areas of the hospital may be required as needed.