Cardiac ICU RN
Birmingham, AL
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,931/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Sick pay
- Life insurance
- Referral bonus
- Health savings account
- Discount program
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- License and certification reimbursement
- Pet insurance
Description
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU (Cardiac Specialty) Travel Position
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Position Details
- Specialty: Cardiac (Cardiac/CV Surgery)
- Unit: Cardiovascular Surgery Department (CVSD)
- Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (3x12)
- Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours
- Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts every 6 weeks
- Patient Ratio: 4:1
- Number of Beds: 11
- Float Requirements: May float to other ICUs and occasionally to med-surg units
- Patient Population: Post cardiac surgery patients
- Equipment: GE monitors
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
Required Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association (AHA)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) – All certifications through American Heart Association (AHA)
Required Experience and Skills
- Valid RN license in Alabama
- Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, including experience within the last year
- ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Dress Code
- Scrubs color: Navy
- No fleece allowed
Additional Information
- The unit is part of a comprehensive healthcare facility known for excellence in cardiovascular services and stroke care.
- The facility is accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized for specialized care including cardiac surgery.
- The environment supports a collaborative team of physicians, nurses, and clinicians dedicated to quality patient care.
This position is ideal for experienced cardiac RNs seeking a travel assignment in a specialized ICU setting with a focus on post-cardiac surgery care.
Employer
Catalytic Solutions
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
About Birmingham, AL
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Birmingham, AL here's what you should know:- Cost of living well below the national average, housing costs nearly a quarter of the price compared to the average nationwide
- Average summer highs: 89°F, Average winter lows: 33°F
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find
- Car friendliness is high, public transportation options are available but not as extensive as in larger cities
- Diverse population, wide age range, potential common health issues include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity.
- Birmingham has a large population of travel nurses
- Numerous restaurants offering diverse culinary experiences, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor attractions such as Vulcan Park and Museum, and the Birmingham Zoo
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