Travel Surgical Cardiac Telemetry Nurse

LanceSoft is a distinguished healthcare staffing company established in 2000, known for its commitment to excellence in connecting experienced medical professionals with rewarding career opportunities across the United States. As a Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Woman-Owned organization, LanceSoft has built a reputation as one of the highest-rated firms in the industry. They have been recognized among the Largest Staffing Firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest growing healthcare staffing firms in 2022, reflecting their rapid expansion and dedication to quality service. LanceSoft offers a variety of employment options including short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities, designed to accommodate the diverse needs and lifestyle preferences of healthcare professionals. Their industry-leading benefits and personalized service make them a trusted partner for healthcare workers seeking meaningful and well-matched assignments. The company specializes in providing qualified Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to a wide range of care settings such as Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and other provider-based healthcare environments.

This particular position is for a Travel Nurse Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Cardiac Stepdown care, based in Seattle, Washington. It is a travel assignment lasting 13 weeks, requiring 36 hours per week with 12-hour night shifts. The role demands expertise in surgical telemetry, especially concerning cardiac patients who have undergone open-heart surgery, vascular surgery, or have cardiac conditions such as myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke patients with cardiac involvement. The nurse will be expected to manage complex cardiac cases using advanced skills like IV management, telemetry interpretation, and care for devices such as VAD (Ventricular Assist Devices) and TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement). Additional responsibilities include administering breathing treatments, chest tube management, CPAP/BiPAP, tracheostomy care, blood and blood product administration, cardioversion, defibrillation, and epicardial pacer management. The unit maintains a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 generally and 1:5 during midnight shifts. Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant experience with a surgical telemetry background and cannot be first-time travelers. Flexibility to float to similar units and work every other weekend is required. Certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS are mandatory for employment in this role. This opportunity offers travel nurses the chance to work in a challenging and specialized cardiac stepdown environment while enjoying the benefits and support provided by LanceSoft as a reputable staffing firm.