Travel Contract

Cardio IC RN
Houston, TX
Thrive Staffing
4x12 hrs, Flexible

$2,713/week
Posted 10 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date11/02/2026
  • Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
  • ShiftFlexible
  • Duration6 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care678 beds

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,713/week

Qualifications

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Required
    Work Experience
  • Registered Nurse (2 years)
    License
  • State license license in Texas
Other qualifications
    Work Experience
  • Cardiovascular ICU Nurse or Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Nurse (2 years)

Description

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and flexible Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team in the Cardio IC (Cardiovascular Intensive Care) unit. This position requires a strong background in critical care, specifically focusing on cardiovascular surgeries, transplants, and advanced monitoring techniques.

Job Details

  • Shift: 7 PM - 7 AM; Every Other Weekend (EOW) required
  • Unit: Cardiovascular Intensive Care
  • Shift Length: 12 hours
  • Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week

Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, busy environment
  • Assist in open heart surgeries and manage post-operative care
  • Utilize advanced life support and critical care techniques, including CRRT and ECMO
  • Monitor and assess patients' conditions and respond to any changes
  • Document patient care using the EPIC system
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
  • Be open to floating between units as necessary

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar critical care environment, preferably at a major academic medical center
  • Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
  • Recent experience with ECMO and CRRT is preferred
  • Demonstrated flexibility on scheduling with a commitment to high-quality patient care

Additional Information

  • Daily parking options are available on-site
  • Various parking garages and lots available with monthly passes

If you are a dedicated RN with a passion for critical care and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19278428. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU),07:00:00-19:00:00

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

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Radiology Technologist (Allied Health Professional)
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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

Thrive Staffing

About

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.

Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$839–4,190/week
Jobs on Vivian2
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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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