Travel CVICU RN
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a CVICU RN for a 13‑week travel assignment in New Haven, Connecticut.
Location: Facility in New Haven, Connecticut.
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.
Summary
The ICU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive, critical care to patients in the intensive care unit. This role encompasses assessing, monitoring, and treating critically ill patients, operating life‑support equipment, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Essential Work Functions
- Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing subtle changes in condition.
- Administer complex medications and treatments in accordance with approved techniques.
- Operate and manage advanced life‑support equipment.
- Ensure patient safety and comfort in high‑acuity ICU environments.
- Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions; notify providers of changes in status.
- Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring (arterial lines, central venous pressure, pulmonary artery catheters).
- Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and responses in the medical record.
- Provide education to patients and families regarding ICU care.
- Communicate closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
- Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures through ongoing education.
- Adhere to infection control protocols.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned within scope.
- Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.
Required Essential Skills
- Critical thinking, service excellence, and interpersonal communication.
- Strong reading, writing, and English communication skills.
- Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions; proficiency in PC skills.
Physical Abilities
- Remain in a stationary position; move around and shift equipment (50‑100 lbs). Push, pull, bend.
Interpersonal Skills
- Work effectively with a variety of personnel; maintain a positive attitude and professionalism.
Technical/Motor Skills
- Grasp and perform fine manipulation; push/pull; move about when assisting with procedures and/or using equipment.
Mental Requirements
- Handle frequent contact with the public while meeting deadlines under pressure.
- Occasionally work under close supervision; sometimes independently.
- Handle irregular activity schedules; maintain continuous concentration to detail.
Sensory
- Must possess visual acuity and ability to communicate effectively.
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.
Fusion is an EOE/E‑Verify Employer #pb9.