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$2,625/wk
Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU
Carmichael, California
Overview
Posted 2+ weeks ago
Shift
Days, 3x12hrs
Hours
36 hrs/wk
Start Date
ASAP
Length
13 weeks
Openings
1
Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.
Details
AI Generated (Beta)

Job Details

  • Work in the Cardiovascular ICU and Medical ICU within an acute care hospital setting
  • Patient populations include immediate post-op cardiac surgery and critical cardiac cases such as AMI, AVR, MVR, respiratory and renal failure
  • Unit includes 6 beds plus 1 open bay with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:2
  • Common procedures include use of IABP, CRRT, Empella, chest tube insertion, intubation, and emergency sternotomies
  • Must be able to read and interpret EKG strips and use telemetry monitoring equipment
  • Utilizes Cerner EMR
  • Shifts are 12 hours, day shift, with every other weekend required
  • Travelers are the first to float between CSICU, RICU, and other Sacramento facilities as needed
  • Floor orientation consists of 1 to 2 days with a preceptor
  • Scrub color is navy (including undershirts and optional jackets)

Job Requirements

  • Active RN license required
  • Minimum 2 years recent experience in Cardiac ICU
  • Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
  • Demonstrated competency with open heart procedures, Impella, and balloon pump devices
  • Must have experience caring for immediate post-op cardiac surgery patients
  • Must pass a dysrhythmia exam (Relias DYS) before acceptance; prior results valid within 12 months are accepted
  • Must pass sterile technique testing for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes on the first day
  • Must provide two supervisory references: one within the last 12 months and another within the last 3 years
  • Candidates must not have been employed by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year
  • Not accepting candidates living within 50 miles of the facility

Additional Information

  • Travelers may be required to float mid-shift between units or facilities, though this is rare
  • Charge nurse is present for support and primarily does not have a patient load
  • No nurse aides on the unit; respiratory therapy and pharmacy are available 24/7
  • Holiday coverage is rotated with core staff
  • Schedules are posted 4 weeks in advance with self-scheduling and online access; block scheduling generally unavailable
  • First-time travelers are accepted
  • Relias dysrhythmia exam must be completed within 24-48 hours, with two attempts allowed; failure prevents future employment in the region for 6 months

*This description was generated using the help of AI and is based on information provided by the facility. It may contain inaccuracies. Please contact your recruiter to confirm any details.

Pay
Overview
Weekly
$2,625/wk
Assignment Total(13 Weeks)
$34,126
Annual Equivalent(52 Weeks)
$136,504
Weekly Breakdown
Weekly Wages
$1,225/wk
Regular Hours
$25.00 x 24 hours/wk = $600
OT Hours
$52.08 x 12 hours/wk = $625
Weekly Stipends
$1,400/wk
Lodging
$150.00 x 7 days = $1,050
Meals & Incidentals
$50.00 x 7 days = $350
Weekly
$2,625/wk
In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,363 - $2,625. The $2,625 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.
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