RN: CVICU

Job Description:

This travel contract is designed for a critical care nurse supporting a cardiovascular intensive care unit and a new cardiac surgery program. You will provide primary recovery care for fresh cardiac surgery patients, caring for immediate postoperative patients at a 1:1 ratio and patients recovering through postoperative days 1–3 at a 1:2 ratio. The assignment includes 12-hour night shifts, use of Meditech Expanse, and the opportunity to work with advanced cardiac support technologies, including balloon pumps, Impella devices, and Hemosphere or Acumen monitoring. ACLS certification and recent experience recovering fresh cardiac surgery patients are required.

Weather:

Reston typically offers crisp, cool conditions with mild afternoons, chilly evenings, and occasional rain. Comfortable layers and a light waterproof jacket are useful for exploring the area.

Fun Things To Do:

• Reston Town Center: Explore local shops, restaurants, public art, and outdoor gathering spaces.

• Reston Trails and Lakes: Walk or bike through the community’s scenic paths and lakeside areas.

• Washington, DC Day Trip: Visit museums, monuments, and historic neighborhoods in the nation’s capital.

• Shenandoah National Park Day Trip: Enjoy mountain overlooks, hiking trails, and scenic drives.

• Great Falls: See dramatic Potomac River overlooks and enjoy nearby walking trails.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Reston, Virginia

Shift: 12-hour nights

Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks