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Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,947 per week

First Connect Health
  • Houston, TX
  • $2,947 Per Week
4 days ago

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: CVICU
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/19/2026
  • Duration: 6 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

CVICU RN – 48 Hours / Days / Nights

Assignment: 10/19/2026 – 11/29/2026
Duration: 6 weeks
Shift: 12-hour days
Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours/week
Weekend: 6 weekend shifts during the assignment

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years of ICU experience
  • Previous travel nursing experience preferred
  • Experience in a busy, high-acuity hospital preferred
  • EPIC experience required
  • ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required
  • CRRT experience preferred; training available
  • Must be comfortable floating based on competency
  • Strong cardiac ICU/CVICU experience preferred
  • Experience with titrating vasoactive drips
  • No self-scheduling
  • Flexible with scheduling based on unit needs

Patient Population & Experience:

  • Heart and lung transplant patients
  • LVAD patients
  • CABG and valve surgery patients
  • High-acuity cardiovascular patients
  • Experience with CRRT/SLED, Impella, IABP, and LVAD devices preferred
  • Typical nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:2, occasionally 1:1
  • Intensivist model with RT coverage in the ICU 24/7

Additional Details:

  • 25-bed high-acuity CVICU across two units
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Teal scrubs
  • Unit-specific orientation with 2–3 preceptor shifts
  • No call or standby requirement

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About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Numbers & Facts

LocationHouston, TX

Skills

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  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
  • Cardiologyunmatched
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