Travel CVICU RN

Fusion Medical Staffing; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off after 1560 hours

Life and short-term disability

401(k) matching

Aggressive refer-a-friend bonus

24/7 recruiter support

Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel CVICU RN for a 13-week assignment in San Antonio, Texas. This role involves providing critical care to patients in the ICU, utilizing advanced clinical judgment and strong communication skills.

Applicants must have one year of recent CVICU RN experience, a valid RN license, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive insurance coverage, and reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing changes in condition.
• Administer complex medications and treatments.
• Operate and manage advanced life support equipment.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Record significant conditions and interventions.
• Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring.
• Document all assessments in the medical record.
• Provide education to patients and families.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures.
• Adhere to infection control protocols.

Skills

Critical thinking

Excellent interpersonal communication

English language proficiency

PC skills

Education

Valid RN license

Current BLS and ACLS certifications

Job description

Job Overview

Travel CVICU RN for a 13-week assignment in a San Antonio, Texas facility. This role focuses on providing comprehensive critical care to patients in the intensive care unit, leveraging advanced clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient safety.

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 relevant to critical care

Responsibilities / Essential Work Functions

• Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to subtle changes in condition
• Administer complex medications and treatments in accordance with critical care 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 appropriate providers of changes in status
• Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheters
• Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record in a timely manner
• Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment, treatments, and recovery expectations
• Communicate closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care
• Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures through ongoing education and training
• Adhere to strict infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised patients and reduce risks
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance ICU outcomes and operational efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Required Essential Skills

• Critical thinking and excellent interpersonal communication
• English language proficiency for reading, writing, and following instructions
• Proficiency in PC skills

Physical Abilities

Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.

Interpersonal Skills

Must work effectively with a variety of personnel, maintain a positive attitude, and display professionalism.

Technical/Motor Skills

Must perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move during procedures and equipment use.

Mental Requirements

Must cope with frequent contact with the public, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision when needed, and maintain continuous concentration on detail.

Sensory Requirements

Must possess visual acuity and effective communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage
• Paid time off after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Other Duties Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer.