Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU VAD Coordinator role in Washington, DC, requiring active or pending DC licensure and VAD management experience.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Position is in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
• Primary focus is coordination of care for patients with ventricular assist devices (VAD)
• Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Includes rotating weeknight and weekend call coverage (primarily remote unless onsite presence is medically necessary)
• Call hours are weeknights 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM and weekends Friday 5:00 PM through Monday 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract assignment
• Coordinate and monitor care of patients with VADs during procedures and operations
• Collaborate with equipment and materials management teams to maintain VAD inventory and respond to FDA recalls
• Provide patient and staff education on VAD in accordance with regulatory standards
• Holiday coverage may be required as per unit needs
• Pre-employment modules and orientation required, averaging 12 hours
• Up to 7 days of requested time off accepted per contract; no time off in the first two weeks
• Local candidates within a 60-mile radius are accepted at a lower rate

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active DC RN license required before start; proof of pending status accepted at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification required
• Experience in CVICU and management of ventricular assist devices required
• VAD Certification preferred within 18 months of hire
• Two supervisor references required
• Must be proficient in VAD patient education, management, and device procedure support
• Must not have been employed by the same health system within the past year

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-618681. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Contract work, Local area, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Rotating shift,

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