RN CVICU - Critical Care Leader (7a-7p, 10-Week)

Advatix Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 78,523; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced RN for the CVICU (Critical Care) role located in Pikeville, KY. The position requires providing direct patient care, evaluating outcomes, and maintaining comprehensive nursing documentation. Applicants must have at least 5 years of experience in Critical Care nursing, possess an RN license, and complete necessary ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale training within 90 days of hiring. Shift is from 7 AM to 7 PM, and the contract spans 10 weeks.

Qualifications

• ACLS training required within 90 days.
• NIH Stroke Scale within 90 days of hire or transfer.
• 5 years of experience in Critical Care nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes.
• Maintains accurate and continued nursing documentation.
• Functions as a patient advocate.

Skills

Care of critically ill patients

Airway Management- basic and advanced

Post-operative vascular surgery care/Recovery

Gastrointestinal care

Pulmonary/respiratory care

Skin assessment/care

Central Venous catheter care and maintenance

Assist with specialized procedures

Use specialized equipment in the care of critically ill patients

Manages Code Blue in the May Tower/Pediatrics

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy

Manages Code Blue for inpatient areas

Attends all mandatory education and in-services

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

RN License

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced RN for the CVICU (Critical Care) role located in Pikeville, KY. The position requires providing direct patient care, evaluating outcomes, and maintaining comprehensive nursing documentation. Applicants must have at least 5 years of experience in Critical Care nursing, possess an RN license, and complete necessary ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale training within 90 days of hiring. Shift is from 7 AM to 7 PM, and the contract spans 10 weeks.