RN job in Larkspur CA

Ref #: M-RN-296749

Location: Larkspur, CA
Type: Contract/Travel
Start: ASAP
Shift: Days, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM
Hours/Rate: $2,424 / 40 hours
Specialty: Cardiology

Requirements

• Active RN license for the state of California (or applicable state-specific RN license).
• Minimum 1 year clinical experience in Cardiology, Telemetry, ICU, or related cardiac specialty.
• BLS required; ACLS strongly preferred.
• Proficient in cardiac pharmacology, common cardiac conditions, and telemetry/EKG interpretation.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced setting and respond quickly to acute cardiac changes.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessments: monitor rhythms, vitals, and detect early signs of deterioration.
• Administer and monitor cardiac medications (antiarrhythmics, vasodilators, anticoagulants), assess therapeutic response and adverse effects.
• Operate and interpret cardiac monitoring equipment (telemetry, EKG/ECG, Holter, stress test data where applicable).
• Assist with cardiac procedures: cardioversion, stress testing, cardiac catheterization prep/recovery, and device placement support (pacemakers, stents).
• Provide post-procedure care: assess perfusion, circulation, bleeding, and overall recovery status.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, lifestyle modifications, and discharge instructions.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Respond rapidly to cardiac emergencies; participate in rapid response and code blue situations.