Travel Nurse RN – CVICU – $2,286 to $2,300 per week in Wichita, KS

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Patient Care: Deliver high-quality nursing care to critically ill cardiac patients, including those post-cardiac surgery, heart failure, and other cardiovascular conditions.

• Monitor Vital Signs: Regularly assess patient vital signs, including heart rhythms, blood pressure, oxygenation levels, and other indicators of cardiovascular status.

• Administer Medications & Treatments: Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including IVs, cardiac drugs, and post-operative medications, and monitor for side effects.

• Assist with Procedures: Assist cardiologists and surgeons during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as necessary, including catheterization and cardiac surgeries.

Required Qualifications:

• Active RN License in Kansas (or compact state).

• 1+ year of experience in CVICU or equivalent critical care unit.

• ACLS Certification and BLS Certification required.

• Strong knowledge of cardiovascular conditions, including advanced cardiac life support, mechanical ventilation, and post-operative care.

• Ability to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment while providing high-quality patient care.

• Experience with cardiac monitoring equipment (e.g., cardiac monitors, defibrillators, infusion pumps, etc.).

• Familiarity with EMR systems and charting requirements for patient documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous CVICU experience is strongly preferred.

• Experience with ECMO or other advanced cardiac interventions.

• Travel nursing experience preferred.