Travel RN – CVICU | Omaha, NE | Nights | $2,600–$2,800/Week
We are seeking an experienced CVICU Registered Nurse to join a high-acuity cardiovascular ICU team in Omaha, Nebraska. This unit cares for complex cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery patients requiring advanced life-support therapies.
Position Details
Title: Travel RN – CVICU
Location: Omaha, NE 68124
Shift: Nights | 3x12-hour shifts (6:30 PM – 6:30 AM)
Weekly Pay:$2,600 – $2,800
Contract: Travel/Contract
Radius Rule: 50 miles
Unit Overview
Beds: 18-bed CVICU
Ratios: 1:1
Patient Population: Open heart, complex thoracic and vascular surgery patients
Clinical Experience Required
Management of patients supported by Impella, IABP, CRRT, and ECMO
Care for patients undergoing advanced cardiac and vascular procedures including carotids, TCARs, Fem-Pop, EVARs, and Endo AAA repairs
Experience with post-cardiac surgery recovery and high-acuity ICU care
Clinical Responsibilities
Titrate critical drips including vasopressors, antiarrhythmics, paralytics, sedation, and narcotics
Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry independently
Manage ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen systems
Provide care for patients admitted from Cath Lab, EP Lab, ER, and clinic
Requirements
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Experience: Minimum 1 year CVICU experience with similar patient population
Additional Details
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Holiday Requirement: Every other or as needed
Floating: May float to other inpatient units (excluding Maternity/NICU)
Scrubs: Navy Blue
Orientation: 2 unit-specific shifts
✨ This is a great opportunity for a skilled CVICU nurse to work in a high-acuity cardiac program with strong physician and intensivist support available 24/7.