RN - CVICU

Cynet Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Registered Nurse specialized in the Cardiovascular ICU for a 13-week travel assignment in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes immediate postoperative stabilization, hemodynamic monitoring, and management of complex cardiac and vascular surgical patients.

Strong critical thinking and rapid response skills are essential. The nurse will titrate vasoactive medications, manage temporary epicardial pacing, and participate in interdisciplinary care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid nursing license.
• 2 years of experience preferred; can consider less with high acuity first year.
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS required.
• Prior travel assignment experience is required.
• Proof of pending nursing license status at submission.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate postoperative stabilization for cardiovascular ICU adults.
• Monitor hemodynamics and perform advanced airway management.
• Titrate cardiac and vasoactive medications; manage temporary pacing.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.
• Perform phlebotomy and manage wound care as needed.

Skills

Travel nursing

Cardiac ICU

Ventilator care

Vasoactive drips

Dysrhythmias management

Phlebotomy

Infection control

Central line management

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

RN - CVICU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day and Night shifts

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience preferred; could accept less than 2 years with high acuity first year

License: Must have valid nursing license

Certifications: BLS, ACLS

Must-Have:

• Prior travel assignment experience
• Proof of pending status for nursing license at the time of submission
• Certification in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Skill in care and management of ventilated patients
• Experience in titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Knowledge of infection prevention and isolation precautions
• Skills in phlebotomy and management of surgical wounds

Description:This position is for a registered nurse specializing in the cardiovascular intensive care unit.The role requires providing immediate postoperative stabilization and ongoing management of adult patients.Responsibilities include caring for patients recovering from complex cardiac and major vascular surgical procedures.Nurses will monitor hemodynamic status and provide advanced airway management.The position involves the continuous titration of vasoactive medications and management of temporary epicardial pacing.Continuous cardiac rhythm surveillance and rapid recognition of postoperative complications are integral to the role.Knowledge and management of advanced invasive monitoring techniques are required.The nurse will also participate in interdisciplinary care teams.Skills in blood product administration and central line management are essential.The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking abilities and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.