RN - CVICU | Parkersburg, WV | Contract
Quick Look
- Weekly Gross Pay: $2,300 - $2,421
- Shift: Days (12 hr days, weekends as scheduled)
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) located in Parkersburg, WV. This contract position offers an opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment, providing exceptional care to patients with complex cardiovascular conditions.
Unit Overview: The CVICU consists of 18 beds and accommodates mixed acuity patients, including fresh hearts and devices. Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:1 for fresh hearts, 1:2 for ICU status patients, and 1:3 for step-down status patients.
Required Certifications:
- BLS
- ACLS
Common Diagnoses/Types of Patients:
- Atrial fibrillation
- Heart blocks
- Bradycardia
- NSTEMI
- STEMI
- Cardiac Arrest
- Hyper/Hypotension
- Pulmonary Embolisms
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Heart Surgery (CABG/Valves)
- Heart Failure
- Thoracic Surgery (VATS, Lobectomy, etc.)
Experience or 'Must Have' Skills:
- Prefer fresh open heart experience, but must have experience with >6 hr post-op open heart patients.
- Must have CRRT experience.
- Must have Temporary Pacemakers & Post Perm. Pacer experience.
- Must have Acute MI - Pre/post cath experience.
- Must have Mediastinal/Chest tubes experience.
- Must have Ventilator experience.
- Must have Hypothermia Protocol experience.
- Must have experience with arterial lines.
- Prefer IABP/Impella experience.
- Prefer Hemodynamic Monitoring/Swan-Ganz experience.
Common Drips:
- Cardizem
- Cordarone
- Cardene
- Nitroglycerin
- Esmolol
- Cleviprex
- Milrinone
- Dopamine
- Dobutamine
- Lasix
- Bumex
- Ephedrine
- Levophed
- Vasopressin
- Insulin
- Heparin
- Aggrastat
- Precedex
- Propofol
- Versed
- Fentanyl
Shifts & Scheduling: Self-scheduling and block scheduling requests are allowed and often granted. Weekend requirements include every other weekend, with holiday requirements as needed to fill the needs of the unit. There is no call or standby requirement.
Additional Information: The unit provides a 1-week orientation that includes modules, Epic training, and orientation with unit RNs. Royal blue scrubs are the designated dress code.
GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you are a qualified RN with the required experience and certifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Parkersburg, WV. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients!
