Travel CVPICU RN - $2,265 per week

About the role

TotalMed is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel nursing opening in Seattle, WA for the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU). The right RN should have at least 1 year of experience in a PCICU setting. As a PCICU Nurse, you will provide critical care to pediatric patients with congenital or acquired heart conditions, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-level care, monitor cardiovascular status, and support families through difficult times.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Provide direct care to pediatric patients with cardiovascular conditions, including those recovering from heart surgery, congenital heart defects, or severe arrhythmias
• Monitoring & Assessment: Continuously monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, oxygenation, and other critical parameters. Assess patients for changes in condition and respond appropriately
• Medication Administration: Administer medications (including IV drips, blood products, and sedatives) according to protocol, monitor for side effects, and adjust dosages as needed
• Ventilator Management: Assist with ventilator management, including non-invasive and invasive respiratory support, and ensure proper airway management
• Cardiac Interventions: Assist with procedures like intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), external pacemakers, or ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) as directed by the cardiology team
• Family Communication: Provide clear, compassionate communication with patients' families, updating them on their child's condition, care plan, and prognosis. Offer emotional support and education to family members
• Emergency Response: Respond swiftly to cardiac and respiratory emergencies, including code situations and rapid interventions in acute cardiovascular distress
• Collaboration: Work alongside pediatric cardiologists, surgeons, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals in a collaborative environment to provide comprehensive care
• Documentation: Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, changes in condition, and family interactions in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Patient Education: Educate families and caregivers on post-operative care, recovery expectations, and signs of complications that may require attention

Requirements

• At least one year of experience as an RN in a PCICU or similar critical care setting
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Must be eligible for state licensure
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment

Qualifications

• Exceptional critical thinking skills
• Strong communication abilities
• Ability to provide compassionate care under pressure
• Comfortable working with critically ill pediatric patients and supporting families through emotionally challenging situations
• Able to stand or walk for long periods
• Able to bend, stoop, and lift with proper body mechanics

Schedule

• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1