CVICU RN - Converse, TX

Provide specialized critical care in a dynamic Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) setting located in Converse, TX. This contract opportunity offers 13 to 26 weeks of rewarding work caring for patients recovering from advanced cardiac surgeries and interventions at a respected medical institution known for its patient-centered approach and excellence in cardiovascular services.

Location Overview:

Situated near a vibrant urban area, Converse offers a welcoming community with convenient access to cultural attractions, dining, shopping, and outdoor activities. The location benefits from proximity to a major medical campus with a tradition of innovative patient care and comprehensive cardiac specialties.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert nursing care to post-CABG, post-VAD, and post-cardiac catheterization patients
• Manage advanced hemodynamic monitoring including Swan-Ganz catheters and arterial lines
• Provide ventilator management and critical care support with strong clinical judgment
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Accurately document patient data using Meditech electronic health records
• Adhere to unit policies including floating as needed and professional dress code standards
  
  

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Active Texas RN license (temporary licenses not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years ICU experience, preferably CVICU
• Proficiency in hemodynamic monitoring and ventilator management
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIH certifications
• Strong critical thinking and ability to work in a fast-paced critical care environment
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to IABP and CRRT therapies
• Experience with Meditech charting and order entry
  
  

Work Schedule

• 12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM7:30 PM or 7:00 PM7:30 AM
• Rotating weekends
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• Floating required per unit policy
  
  

Dress Code And Unit Policies

• Navy scrubs required (tops, pants, and jackets)
• Clean, professional appearance; limited visible tattoos and piercings
• Strict adherence to attendance and badge-in procedures
  
  

This contract role offers an excellent chance to advance your critical care nursing career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment while making a meaningful impact on patient lives. Apply now to contribute your expertise in cardiovascular critical care at a facility renowned for clinical excellence.