Description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiology
Location: Larkspur, CA
Agency: Adelphi Healthcare
Pay: $60 per hour
Shift Information: Days
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Summary:

• Ref #: M-RN-296749
• Profession: Registered Nurse
• Specialty: Cardiology
• Job Type: Contract/Travel
• Start Date: ASAP
• Location: Larkspur, CA
• Shift Schedule: 9a-5:30p
• Shift Type: Days
• Rate: $2,424/40-hours

• Active RN license (state-specific).
• Minimum 1 year experience in Cardiology, Telemetry, ICU, or related cardiac specialty.
• Certifications: BLS required; ACLS strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac pharmacology, cardiac conditions, and telemetry interpretation.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments and respond to urgent cardiac changes quickly.

• Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including monitoring heart rhythms, vital signs, and detecting early signs of cardiac compromise.
• Administer cardiac medications (e.g., antiarrhythmics, vasodilators, anticoagulants) and monitor for therapeutic response and adverse effects.
• Operate and interpret cardiac monitoring equipment such as telemetry, EKG/ECG, Holter monitors, and stress test results (as applicable).
• Assist providers with cardiac procedures such as cardioversion, stress testing, cardiac catheterization prep and recovery, and device placements (pacemakers, stents).
• Provide post-procedure care including monitoring perfusion, circulation, bleeding, and patient recovery.
• Educate patients and families on cardiac conditions, medications, lifestyle modifications, and discharge instructions.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the medical record.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, nurses, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
• Respond promptly to cardiac emergencies and participate in rapid response or code blue situations.