Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: CVICU
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU CVICU) in a regional referral hospital located in Lake Havasu City. This position involves providing specialized nursing care to adult and geriatric patients, including those experiencing complex cardiovascular conditions such as STEMI, NSTEMI, and post-operative cardiac surgery patients. The role offers an opportunity to work in a well-accredited, community-focused facility with strong patient ratios and a supportive environment.
Job Details:
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, starting 10/19/2026 and ending 01/04/2027
Required Qualifications: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIH (National Institutes of Health) certifications, 2 years of clinical experience in an ICU or cardiovascular setting, domicile located at least 60 miles from the facility.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with adult and geriatric patient populations, familiarity with common diagnoses and treatments such as STEMI, NSTEMI, COPD exacerbation, Sepsis, CABG, Valve repair/replacement, and stroke.
Float: Float: Float rotation may be required, including coverage in the Emergency Department holding areas as needed.
Additional Information: The unit features 16 beds with patient ratios of 1:2, equipped with Baxter pumps and electronic health records via Medhost. The working environment emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and clinical excellence. Candidates must adhere to the attendance policy, allowing for one call out per contract with proper documentation for a second incidence.
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 #1312894. 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.