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CVICU RN
New Brunswick, NJ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$59-63/hour

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Overview

Start Date09/08/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay

$59-63/hour

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

New Jersey Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

CVICU Registered Nurse

Job Overview

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment type: Travel/Contract
Contract length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day, 3x12 hours, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
Hours per week: 36
Patient ratio: 1:1–2

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in New Jersey
CVICU (2 years of experience)
CVICU experience within the last year
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
NIHSS
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT using Prismax devices, or experience with fresh heart cases
Post Op Open Heart Recovery experience
Swan catheter experience
Flotrack monitoring experience
Temporary pacemaker insertion and management experience
Arterial line (Aline) placement and management experience
Chest tube management experience
Ability to float to all ICUs, PACU, ED for ICU holding patients, and all IMC units

Clinical Experience / Skills

CVICU experience with fresh open hearts such as CABG, MVR, AVR, and TAVR
Experience with post-op open heart recovery
Experience with Swan, FloTrac, temporary pacers, arterial lines, and chest tubes
Experience with devices such as Impella, IABP, and CRRT using Prismax, or experience with fresh heart cases

Schedule / Assignment Expectations

Every other weekend and holiday required, as applicable
Floating required to all ICUs, PACU, ED for ICU holding patients, and all IMC units

Additional Notes

May consider SICU experience with initial training in a CVICU
No prior travel experience requirement was stated

Employer

Host Healthcare

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

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About New Brunswick, NJ

As a travel nurse in New Brunswick, NJ here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
Wages generally match the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
Winter average highs of 40°F and lows of 25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
Many furnished apartment complexes cater to short term renters.

Transportation

Car friendliness is moderate, with traffic congestion during peak hours.
Public transportation options include buses and trains for commuting within and outside the city.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and asthma.
New Brunswick has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major medical centers.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
Rich art and music scene with theaters and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college games and local recreational activities.
Nearby outdoor activities include parks and nature reserves for hiking and relaxation.

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