RN, PCU

Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Progressive Care

Location

Asheville, NC

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Shift: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM

Job Description

The Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPC) is focused on providing exceptional care for patients undergoing cardiovascular and vascular surgery, including but not limited to open heart surgery and various thoracic procedures. The unit is equipped with advanced technology and support for medical cardiac patients.

Responsibilities

• Manage and care for patients recovering from cardiovascular surgeries
• Oversee telemetry for patients with various cardiac diagnoses
• Perform essential procedures, including epidural management and chest tube management
• Administer medications and monitor patient response to treatments
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Must have prior stepdown and telemetry experience
• Preferred candidates will have experience with cardiovascular and vascular surgical patients
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!