Travel Nurse RN - CVPICU
Austin, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU position at a pediatric hospital in Austin, TX, requiring a minimum of 18 months of Pedi CVICU experience and a TX or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 24-bed Pediatric Cardiac ICU with a 12-bed overflow unit at a children's medical center in Austin, TX
• Patient population includes congenital heart disease/defects, post-surgical repair, heart failure, arrhythmias, transplant, and VAD patients ranging from neonatal through young adult, with occasional adult CHD patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:1 or 1:2 for ICU-status patients, and 1:3 for stepdown/non-ICU patients in the overflow unit
• Night shift position: 18:45–07:15
• 13-week contract
• Nursys license verification required within 30 days prior to assignment start
• Local candidates are accepted; however, a radius rule applies and may affect the travel pay rate — contact your recruiter for details
• COVID vaccination is not required by this facility

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or compact RN license (must be in hand)
• Minimum 18 months of Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA) and PALS
• Preferred certifications: ACLS (AHA) and NIH Stroke Scale
• Must possess a US Social Security Number and provide a US home address (international addresses not accepted)
• Required documents for consideration: copy of Driver's License, full SSN, full DOB, skills checklist, 2 professional references, copies of certifications, and license verification/Nursys

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts