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Dominican Hospital

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Certified Surgical Technologist

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Labor and Delivery

The staff here are so kind, welcoming, and work as a team well in the women and childrens department. The equipment is outdated, but they are working on improvements. Because of the coworkers and work environment, I extended here as long as I could. Santa Cruz is a great place to stay!

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Radiology Technologist

Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS)

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Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, CA is not nationally ranked in any specialty.

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<p><strong>Opportunity:</strong></p>
<p>RN - CVICU</p>

<p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p>
<p>• Work 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM<br />
• Every other weekend requirement (Friday-Saturday-Sunday)<br />
• Holiday coverage required<br />
• Call or standby requirement<br />
• First to float when floating is required<br />
• Work in 16-bed CVICU within a mixed medical-surgical unit<br />
• Care for 1 cardiac surgery patient and 12 additional general med-surg ICU patients daily<br />
• Must take proctored CVICU exam and manager interview via Zoom prior to offer<br />
• Handle mitral/aortic/tricuspid valve replacements, CABG, and AAA repair patients<br />
• Recent proficiency in immediate post-op cardiac surgery recovery required<br />
• IABP, CRRT, and ECMO experience preferred but not required<br />
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS<br />
• Navy blue scrubs required<br />
• 3 shifts of orientation provided<br />
• Use Cerner EMR system<br />
• Acute care setting<br />
• Work alongside 1 cardiothoracic surgeon and 1 CTS PA daily</p>

<p><strong>Facility:</strong></p>
<p>This healthcare facility operates a specialized cardiovascular intensive care unit integrated within a mixed medical-surgical unit. The facility provides comprehensive cardiac surgical services and post-operative care, featuring advanced cardiac equipment and technology. The organization maintains high standards for cardiac care and requires specialized expertise for their cardiovascular patient population.</p>

<p><strong>Location:</strong></p>
<p>Santa Cruz, CA</p>
<p>Santa Cruz offers a unique coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches, redwood forests, and a vibrant community atmosphere. The area provides excellent work-life balance with year-round mild weather, outdoor recreation opportunities, and proximity to both Silicon Valley and San Francisco for additional cultural and professional opportunities.</p>

Dominican Hospital Santa Cruz California CA Adex Job ID #1042059. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Dominican Hospital Santa Cruz California CA TRS Healthcare Job ID #1445267. 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: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

<h3>Assignment Overview</h3><ul><li>Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs</li><li>Hours: 36 hrs/wk</li><li>Start Date: Feb 2, 2026</li><li>Length: 13 weeks</li><li>Openings: 1</li></ul><h3>Description</h3><p>American Traveler is seeking an experienced CVICU RN for a night shift position requiring a current CA RN license and 2 years of recent post-op cardiac surgery experience.</p><h3>Details</h3><ul><li>Work in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) within a mixed medical-surgical ICU setting</li><li>Acute care environment with 16 beds</li><li>Patient population includes post-cardiac surgery recovery (mitral/aortic/tricuspid valve replacements, CABG, AAA repair) and general med-surg ICU cases</li><li>Average caseload includes 1 cardiac surgery patient and up to 12 general med-surg ICU patients daily</li><li>Night shifts from 7:00pm to 7:00am</li><li>Every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) required</li><li>Expected to float, with travelers considered first to float</li><li>Uses Cerner EMR system</li><li>On-call requirement applies</li></ul><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><li>Active unrestricted CA RN license required at the time of application</li><li>Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU experience, including immediate post-op cardiac surgery recovery</li><li>Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and proof of COVID vaccination</li><li>Experience with IABP, CRRT, and ECMO preferred but not required</li><li>Must provide 2 professional references: one from a supervisor within the last 12 months and one from a peer or supervisor from the last 3 years</li><li>Copy of driver's license required</li><li>Must pass a proctored CVICU exam and interview with the unit manager via Zoom prior to offer</li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><ul><li>Primary responsibilities include caring for patients recovering from open-heart surgeries and other cardiovascular procedures</li><li>No medical assistants or CNAs are used on this unit</li><li>Navy blue scrubs are required</li><li>Holiday coverage is expected</li><li>Orientation consists of 3 shifts (12 hours each)</li><li>First-day testing on sterile technique for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes may be required</li><li>Candidates may not have been employed by facilities associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year</li></ul>

Dominican Hospital Santa Cruz California CA American Traveler Job ID #P-661705. 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

VIBRA TRAVELS is looking for a CORPORATE TRAVEL SLP to join our team. We look for therapists with experience in acute care and rehab hospitals.

Benefits/Perks of working with VIBRA TRAVELS: 

• Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment 
• Local and Non-local positions available 
• Competitive hourly rate in addition to tax-free stipend (if applicable) 
• No pay cuts mid-contract 
• Referral bonus (up to $1000 per referral!)
• License reimbursement if traveling to new state where new license is required 
• Your pick of assignments at facilities we own and operate nationwide (70+) or partner facilities.


8 Hour Day shifts currently available
Duration 13 weeks


Position Summary

Responsible for providing and directing Speech Language Pathology services to patients, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication in assigned locations.  Functions under a physicians order.  

Position Qualifications 

Minimum Qualifications:
•        Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Speech Therapist in the state of employment required.
•        Certificate of Clinical Competence in SLP. 
•        Member of American Speech-Language and Hearing Association required.
•        One (1) year of experience as an SLP Required.
•        Recent acute care experience for acute care and LTAC placements
Certificates, Licensures, Registrations
•        Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Speech Therapist in the state of employment required. 
•        Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required, AHA preferred and required by some clients.
•        Additional certifications may be required by Vibra Travels (ex ACLS, PALS, NRP)


Current, valid, and active license to practice as a SLP  in the state of employment.

As an employee of Vibra Travels, you will be eligible to enroll in Medical and Prescription benefits once you meet the eligibility requirements outlined by the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Dominican Hospital Santa Cruz California CA Vibra Travels Job ID #20251222-27. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

VIBRA TRAVELS is looking for a CORPORATE TRAVEL OT to join our team. We look for therapists with experience in acute care and rehab hospitals.

Benefits/Perks of working with VIBRA TRAVELS: 
• Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment 
• Local and Non-local positions available 
• Competitive hourly rate in addition to tax-free stipend (if applicable) 
• No pay cuts mid-contract 
• Referral bonus (up to $1000 per referral!) 
• License reimbursement if traveling to new state where new license is required 
• Your pick of assignments at facilities we own and operate nationwide (70+) or partner facilities.
8 Hour Day shifts currently available
Duration 13 weeks

Position Summary

Responsible for providing and directing Occupational Therapy services to patients, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication in assigned locations. Functions under a physicians order. 

Position Supervisory Responsibilities 

Position Qualifications 

Minimum Qualifications:
- Required Certifications: BLS, NBCOT, State licensed in California
As an employee of Vibra Travels, you will be eligible to enroll in Medical and Prescription benefits once you meet the eligibility requirements outlined by the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Dominican Hospital Santa Cruz California CA Vibra Travels Job ID #20251222-25. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist

$2,457/week

Travel Occupational Therapist

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