Travel Contract

CVCC RN
Houston, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,095/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date10/26/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration6 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care678 beds
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,095/week

Description

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
  • Length: 6 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position at a busy Level 1 Trauma academic medical center requiring strong critical care experience and recent ECMO experience.

Details

  • Acute care setting in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care (CVCC) unit
  • Patient population includes open heart surgery, transplant, and AAA cases
  • 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) on an every-other-weekend (EOW) schedule
  • Uses EPIC EMR
  • Floating required
  • No self-scheduling; flexibility with scheduling required
  • Level 1 Trauma, busy/large academic medical center setting

Requirements

  • Active TX or Compact RN license required
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
  • Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, though 3+ years preferred
  • Strong critical care experience in a major academic medical center required
  • Recent ECMO experience required
  • CRRT experience preferred
  • Prior travel nursing experience preferred
  • Experience in a high-volume hospital setting strongly preferred
  • Copy of driver's license required for consideration
  • Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

  • Provide critical care nursing to cardiovascular ICU patients including open heart surgery, transplant, and AAA cases
  • Work within a Level 1 Trauma academic medical center environment
  • Candidates must be flexible with scheduling as self-scheduling is not permitted
  • Candidates previously employed directly (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year are not eligible
  • Candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
American Traveler Job ID #P-767646. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

Facility

CHI Saint Luke's Health-Baylor Saint Luke's Medical Center

3.7rating(19 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with CHI Saint Luke's Health-Baylor Saint Luke's Medical Center

Sharayne C
Sharayne C
Radiology Technologist (Allied Health Professional)
Contract Position May '26
5.0rating

Pros

Unit is traveler friendly, good system, good management

Cons

None

Review of CHI Saint Luke's Health-Baylor Saint Luke's Medical Center on Jul 8, 2026
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CHI Saint Luke's Health-Baylor Saint Luke's Medical Center
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 678 beds
ADDRESS6720 Bertner AvenueHouston, TX 77030
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Employer

American Traveler

4.9rating(130 reviews)

85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

Frank I
Frank I
ED - Emergency Department (RN)
5.0rating

Pros

Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.

Cons

No cons

Review of Savannah Albrecht on Oct 1, 2026

Recommends working with American Traveler

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About

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,223–4,307/week
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About Houston, TX

As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
Transportation
  • Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
  • Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
Demographics
  • Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
  • Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
Things to Do
  • Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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