Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Advanced Heart Failure
About The Position
Sentara Heart Hospital located on the Campus of Sentara Norfolk General in Norfolk, Virginia is hiring a Travel Registered Nurse for the Advanced Heart Failure Unit! The Advanced Heart Failure Unit (AHFU) is a 24-bed high-acuity cardiac care unit specializing in the treatment of patients with severe heart failure, pre- and post-heart transplant care, and pulmonary hypertension. While Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) and transplant experience are not required, opportunities exist for nurses who are eager to expand their cardiac skill set in these areas. Nurses work with advanced bedside monitoring systems and other high-tech equipment. For candidates with previous ICU experience, there are opportunities to titrate intravenous medications based on hemodynamic monitoring. The unit thrives on 24/7 consistent communication and intricate interdisciplinary teamwork. A strong culture of collaboration and mutual support is essential for success on the AHFU. Nurses typically care for 3–4 patients, depending on acuity levels. The Advanced Heart Failure is an ACCN Gold Beacon Award Unit that is recognized for excellence in providing high-quality patient care, and a work environment that fosters teamwork, collaboration, and positivity.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in cardiac care, including working with patients in telemetry, step-down, or critical care settings.
- Proficient in interpreting cardiac rhythms, including identification of arrhythmias and understanding their clinical significance.
- Solid foundational knowledge of appropriate nursing interventions for various cardiac conditions, including emergency response protocols and medication administration.
- Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or diploma in the Nursing Field required.
- Virginia or Compact Multi-State License in good standing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS).
- ACLS.
- NIH Stroke Scale.
- Must have 2 or more years of recent acute care Cardiac hospital RN experience.
Nice To Haves
- Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) experience.
- Heart transplant experience.
Responsibilities
- Interpreting cardiac rhythms, including identification of arrhythmias and understanding their clinical significance.
- Performing appropriate nursing interventions for various cardiac conditions, including emergency response protocols and medication administration.
- Titrating intravenous medications based on hemodynamic monitoring (for candidates with previous ICU experience).
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
