CVICU Travel Registered Nurse
12 days ago
San Antonio
Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in San Antonio, Texas. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: CVICU, • Discipline: RN, • Start Date: ASAP, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours \n Advance your nursing career as a CVICU Registered Nurse in San Antonio, TX 78229! This travel nurse opportunity places you at a top cardiovascular intensive care unit (CVICU) within the South Texas Medical Center, a leading healthcare facility known for patient-focused care and advanced cardiac services. Discover the vibrant culture, historic landmarks, and diverse dining of San Antonio while making a difference in critical care nursing.\n \n\nTexas Nursing Job Details\n\n • Location: San Antonio, TX 78229 (South Texas Medical Center)\n, • Unit: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)\n, • Assignment Length: 13-week travel nurse contract\n, • Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM), rotating weekends\n, • Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed\n, • Employment Type: Travel nursing job\n, • Start Date: August 15, 2025\n, • End Date: November 14, 2025\n, • Estimated Weekly Salary: $1680–$1730\n\n\nCVICU Registered Nurse Qualifications\n\n, • Active Texas RN license (no temporary licenses accepted)\n, • Minimum 2 years of recent ICU or CVICU nursing experience\n, • Current ACLS and BLS certifications (American Heart Association preferred)\n, • NIH Stroke Scale certification required\n, • Proficiency in hemodynamic monitoring (swans, arterial lines)\n, • Ventilator management experience\n, • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills\n, • Ability to float to other critical care units as needed\n, • Preferred: IABP and CRRT experience, Meditech charting proficiency\n, • Dress code: Navy scrub top and pant, navy or white scrub jacket\n, • Professional grooming and body art/piercing policies apply\n\n\nTravel Nurse Responsibilities\n\n, • Deliver expert nursing care to CVICU patients, including post-CABG, post-VAD, and post-cath with cardiac support devices (IABP, Impella, ECMO)\n, • Monitor and manage complex cardiac conditions using advanced equipment and evidence-based protocols\n, • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes\n, • Document patient care accurately using Meditech electronic health records\n, • Maintain compliance with hospital policies, including floating, attendance, and professional standards\n We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Planet Healthcare Job ID #403728. 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 Planet Healthcare Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today. Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare. Our Methodology Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon. CLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX Benefits • Medical benefits, • Vision benefits, • Dental benefits, • 401k retirement plan, • Weekly pay, • Referral bonus