Job Title: Registered Nurse – Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CVICU / CCU)
Location: New York, NY
Type: Contract | 13 Weeks (With high possibility of extension or permanent placement)
Shift & Schedule: Night Shift | 3x11.5 Hours | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Pay Rate:
Local Pay: $2400.00 - $2500.00 Weekly
Traveler Pay: $3000.00 - $3100.00 Weekly (Stipend Provided)
Position Overview:
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Registered Nurse – Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CVICU / CCU) for an exciting Travel or Local job in New York, NY.
Responsibilities
Deliver advanced nursing care to patients with acute myocardial infarction, heart failure, cardiogenic shock, arrhythmias, and post-cardiac catheterization complications.
Administer and titrate vasoactive intravenous medications, including pressors, inotropes, and antiarrhythmics.
Monitor invasive hemodynamic parameters and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
Provide and monitor moderate/conscious sedation during bedside procedures.
Perform peripheral IV insertions and phlebotomy procedures.
Monitor, interpret, and document continuous cardiac telemetry rhythms.
Initiate appropriate interventions during cardiac emergencies and critical events.
Develop, update, and prioritize individualized patient care plans.
Utilize SBAR communication for safe patient handoffs and care transitions.
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and recovery plans.
Required Qualifications
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing from an accredited program.
Active New York State Registered Nurse License with Primary Source Verification.
BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
ACLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Minimum 2 years of recent Critical Care or ICU experience.
Experience with conscious sedation.
Advanced critical care monitoring experience.
IV insertion skills.
Phlebotomy skills.
Strong telemetry interpretation and cardiac monitoring experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Previous Cardiac ICU, CVICU, or CCU experience.
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.