Overview
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a CVICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.
Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor critically ill patients in the ICU, recognizing and responding to changes in patient condition
- Administer complex medications and treatments per approved critical care nursing techniques
- Operate and manage advanced life support equipment
- Ensure patient safety and comfort in high-acuity ICU environments, addressing physical and emotional needs
- Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions, notifying the appropriate provider of changes in patient status
- Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheters
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record in a timely manner to ensure continuity of care and regulatory compliance
- Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment, treatments, and recovery expectations
- Communicate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care
- Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures and technologies through ongoing education and training
- Adhere to infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised patients
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance ICU patient outcomes and operational efficiency
- Perform other duties as assigned within scope
- Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Required Qualifications:
- One year of recent experience as a CVICU RN
- Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS (AHA/ARC) and ACLS (AHA/ARC) certifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification
- TNCC, NIHSS certification
- Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position
Benefits
- Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
- Life and Short-term disability insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
- 24/7 recruiter support
- Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Why Choose Fusion?
Fusion Medical Staffing aims to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer day one insurance, mental health coverage with zero copay, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and a supportive team from your personal recruiter to clinical and traveler experience teams. We take care of you as you take care of others.
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Disclaimer: This job description outlines essential duties and responsibilities and may change at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made for applicants with disabilities. This description does not constitute a contract of employment.