Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
6 days ago
Albuquerque
GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: CVICU, • Discipline: RN, • Start Date: 04/13/2026, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours \n Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in Albuquerque, NM (zip 87102) — 13-week night contract for experienced Cardiac ICU RNs. Night shift CVICU travel nursing job for clinicians with ACLS/BLS and recent post-op cardiac care experience.\n \n \n Albuquerque, NM is renowned for its vibrant Southwestern culture, scenic beauty, and year-round recreational opportunities. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Sandia Mountains, explore historic Old Town, and experience the city's lively arts scene and diverse cuisine. With abundant hiking trails, outdoor adventures, and a welcoming community, Albuquerque offers an ideal backdrop for both professional growth and leisure during your contract.\n \n\nJob Details\n\n • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800 - $1,890 (Competitive travel nurse pay)\n, • Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM) 87102 — Cardiac ICU / Heart Hospital\n, • Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 13, 2026 – July 13, 2026)\n, • Shift: Night shifts, 12 hours (18:30 – 07:00)\n, • Hours per Week: 36 (option for 48 hours available)\n, • Unit: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) – 16 beds\n, • Patient Ratio: 1:2 (Cardiac ICU RN staffing)\n, • Interdisciplinary Support: PT, Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response, Pharmacy, Transport\n\n\nJob Requirements / Qualifications\n\n, • Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU / Cardiac ICU experience preferred (post-op cardiac surgery experience highly valued)\n, • Previous travel nursing experience required (travel RN / CVICU travel nurse)\n, • Active Registered Nurse license: New Mexico RN or Compact RN accepted; pending accepted if issued prior to start\n, • Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS\n, • Comfortable managing 1:2 patient ratios and high-acuity cardiac patients\n, • Experience with arterial lines, pulmonary artery catheters, IABP, and vasoactive/antiarrhythmic infusions\n, • Familiarity with ECMO, TAVR, LVAD/RVAD support and sheath removal is a plus\n, • Locals within a 50-mile radius are not eligible\n\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n, • Provide high-quality, evidence-based care to adult and geriatric patients in the CVICU (Cardiac ICU RN duties)\n, • Manage patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure and complex post-cardiac surgery needs\n, • Interpret cardiac rhythms, manage dysrhythmias, and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips\n, • Monitor and manage arterial lines, pulmonary artery lines, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP)\n, • Assist with advanced procedures including ECMO, TAVR, LVAD/RVAD care, and sheath removal as indicated\n, • Administer blood products, follow IV insulin protocols, and manage continuous IV sedation\n, • Perform ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP maintenance, and hypothermia protocols when required\n, • Maintain infection prevention, isolation precautions, and accurate documentation in the medical record\n, • Float to like units as needed based on facility requirements and provide collaborative care with interdisciplinary teams\n\n\nWhy Apply / Benefits\n\n, • Cardiac ICU travel nursing role in a well-equipped heart hospital in Albuquerque, NM\n, • Work alongside experienced CVICU teams with strong interdisciplinary support\n Planet Healthcare Job ID #470154. 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: CVICU About GHR Healthcare - PH Division For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.