Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Sacramento, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/13/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU OH) nursing position located in Sacramento. This role involves caring for high-acuity cardiac surgical ICU patients, requiring proactive and confident clinical skills, with a focus on post-operative and critical care cases in a fast-paced environment.
Job Details
- Position Description: Critical care RN in a high acuity Cardiovascular Surgical Intensive Care Unit, handling cases such as post-CABG, LVADs, IABP, TAVRs, CRRT (Next Stage), and various critical drips.
- Certifications and Education: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; 2+ years of ICU experience in cardiovascular or neuro-critical care setting; valid license to practice.
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, starting at 5:45 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Every other weekend required; rotating holiday schedule; self-scheduling available.
- Additional Responsibilities: Handling post-op cardiac patients, interpreting EKGs, managing vents, and following pathway protocols for various cardiac and critical conditions.
- Additional notes: Experienced candidates must have worked at least 2 full years in CVICU and completed one travel assignment in similar settings. The role may involve float to other Sacramento facilities, with specific floor orientation.
- Submission Requirements: Must complete the UNA Dys exam within 24-48 hours, with passing score required for consideration.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1325616. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus