Travel RN – Cardiovascular Unit (CVU) – Chico, CA (Day Shift, 36-hr Contract)

Ref #: M-RN-294247

Join a cardiovascular unit in Chico, CA on a contract/travel basis. Start ASAP for day shifts beginning at 7:00 AM. This 36-hour assignment pays $2,686.

Requirements:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license for practice in California.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Experience in CVU, telemetry, ICU, or other critical care settings preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high‑acuity environment.
• Proficiency with cardiovascular monitoring, cardiac rhythms, and related procedures.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care for CVU patients, including pre- and post-procedure monitoring.
• Continuously assess vital signs, cardiac rhythms, hemodynamics, and responses to interventions.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and ordered treatments safely and accurately.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.
• Educate patients and families on cardiovascular conditions, procedures, and discharge instructions.
• Document patient care promptly and accurately in the electronic health record.
• Recognize and respond rapidly to changes in patient condition, including emergencies.
• Adhere to unit policies, protocols, and safety standards; participate in quality improvement and ongoing professional development.