TravelNurseSource is working with AMN Healthcare to find a qualified CVICU RN in Houston, Texas, 77030!
Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular - Travel - (Cardio - CVICU RN)
StartDate: 11/2/2026
Available Shifts: 12 N
Pay Rate: $1880.00 - $1976.00
Shift Notes
12 hr nights
Additional Details
Trauma Level
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Charting System
EPIC
Unit Notes
RN's need to be open to Floating!
Busy/Large Level 1 Trauma
Candidates need to be flexible on scheduling
EOW
EPIC required
Successful placements here have 3+ years exp, pervious travel exp. and have worked in a very busy hospital in the past.
Daily Parking is $15+/day. Multiple options for on/off campus garages and lots ranging from $95 - $120 with monthly pass.
Unit Details
# of beds 8A-12 beds and 8B-13 beds high acuity unit
Ratios 1:2 and occasionally 1:1
Required Certifications Experienced ICU RN's
Common diagnoses/Types of patients Heart. Lumg Transplants, LVAD patients in C8A, ACB and Valve surgeries in C8B
Experience or 'Must have' skills: CRRT trained
Are RNs required to titrate drips? yes
Common titratable &/or set rate drips All vasoactive drips for cardiac patients
Charge Nurse/House Supervisor Unit has charge RN that has patients most of the time
Are there nurse aids on this unit/Ratios 1 PCA on the floor
Hospitalist or Intensivist in house Intensivist model
RT in ICU 24/7 RT assigned to unit
RT Equipment (vents, Cpap, BiPap, etc) any equipment that is managed by an RT
Is there tele on this unit? Monitor Techs? RNs read strips? Hardwire monitoring
Shifts & Scheduling 12 hour shifts, 12 hour shifts, Scheduled based on unit needs
Weekend Requirement 6 weekend shifts in 6 weeks schedules
Holiday Requirement any they are willing to work
Is there a call or standby requirement? no
Floating Requirements First to float out depending on competency
Scrub Color/Dress Code teal scrubs
Unit/Department specific orientation 2-3 shifts with preceptors
Additional Notes Devices these units see are LVAD, CRRT/SLED, Impella, IABP
Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Experience: 2 years
RN(Compact Accepted)(Copy needed)
Certifications: ACLS(Copy needed); BLS(Copy needed); CERT-NIH Stroke Scale(Copy needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 2 References in the last 12 months
Facility LocationFrom rodeos and performing arts to space exploration and medical research, Houston is a city with a uniquely vibrant style and flair. This truly Texas-size city is the ideal destination for traveling health care professionals looking to broaden their skills at highly respected facilities, while enjoying the city’s cosmopolitan flair, renowned arts scene and wide open spaces.
Job Benefits
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:
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Competitive pay rates
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Free, quality, private housing
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Medical, Dental, Vision
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401(k) and Flex Spending
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Life Insurance
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Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
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Free Continuing Education
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About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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