RN - CVICU

Registered Nurse In Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Job Title:

Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: CVICU (Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit) Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12H Days Hours per

Shift: 12

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years License:
Required

Certifications:

ACLS, BLS Certification, NIHSS Must-Have: CRRT trained

Description:

Registered Nurses are required to be open to floating to different units. This is a busy and large Level 1 Trauma unit. Candidates need to be flexible with scheduling as self-scheduling is not an option. Every other weekend is required. Experience with EPIC is required. CRRT experience is preferred, but training is available. Successful candidates typically have 3 or more years of experience, travel experience, and have worked in a high-acuity hospital setting.

The unit has a total of 8 to 13 beds. Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:2, with some occasions of 1:1. Experienced ICU RNs are required, and common diagnoses seen in this unit include heart and lung transplants, LVAD patients, and valve surgeries. RNs will need to titrate drips, including all vasoactive drips for cardiac patients. There is a charge nurse who often has patients assigned.

The unit has a dedicated PCA on the floor. Clientists or intensivists are present in-house. Respiratory therapists are available in the ICU 24/7 and are assigned to the unit. Equipment managed by respiratory therapists includes vents, CPAP, BiPAP, etc. The unit utilizes hardwire monitoring, with RNs responsible for reading strips. Shifts are scheduled based on unit needs. There is a requirement to work 6 weekend shifts within 6 weeks.

Nurses are also expected to work holidays as needed. There is no call or standby requirement. Floating requirements include being the first to float out depending on competency. The dress code is teal scrubs. Unit-specific orientation consists of 2 to 3 shifts with preceptors. The unit sees devices such as LVAD, CRRT/SLED, Impella, and IABP. Cancellation policy includes 4 shifts per 13-week assignment and 3 shifts for assignments shorter than 13 weeks.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer:
Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health:
Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more.

We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by Blue Pipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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