American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Santa Cruz, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/10/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU night shift position requiring a CA RN license and advanced certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) with a mixed medical-surgical ICU setting
• 16-bed unit with both post-cardiac surgery and general med-surg ICU patients
• Typical patient cases include valve replacements, CABG, and AAA repair
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a, with every other weekend required (Friday-Sunday)
• First to float policy applies to travelers
• On-call or standby may be required
• Uses Cerner charting system
• Work closely with a cardiothoracic surgical team including one surgeon and one CTS PA
• Three shifts of orientation provided at the start of the assignment
• Navy blue scrubs required as dress code
• No Medical Assistant or CNA support provided on the unit
• Floating to other units required as operationally necessary
• Holiday coverage required as scheduled
• Returning candidates may not have worked at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past year
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active, unencumbered CA RN license required at time of application
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and documented COVID-19 vaccination
• Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU experience
• Proficiency in immediate post-op cardiac surgery recovery required
• IABP, CRRT, and ECMO experience preferred but not required
• Successful completion of a proctored CVICU exam and Zoom interview prior to offer
• Pass/fail testing on sterile technique for Foley catheter and central line care may be required upon orientation
• Two professional references required: one supervisor (within 12 months), one supervisor or peer (within 3 years), must include employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-623162. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

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