Travel Contract

Travel CVICU Registered Nurse
Austin, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,929/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

3% higher than average Registered Nurse / Cardiovascular ICU Nurse pay in Texas

Estimated total pay

$1,929/week

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

Texas Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Travel RN Opportunity – CVICU/ECMO – Austin, Texas

Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Call Requirements: No call required

Unit Overview

Unit: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) / ECMO / Critical Care
Number of Beds: 8
Number of Staff: 25
Typical Staff per Shift:
- Day Shift: Charge nurse + 4 RNs
- Night Shift: Charge nurse + 4 RNs
Patient Ratios: 2:1 or 1:1
Weekend Shifts:
- Day shift: 4 weekend shifts per schedule (Sat/Sun)
- Night shift: 6 weekend shifts per schedule (Fri/Sat/Sun)

Unit Equipment & Technology

GE bedside monitors
Alaris IV pumps
Pyxis medication system
Centrimag ECMO circuits
Impella CP & 5.5 devices
Prismax CRRT machines
Tablo SLED machines
Maquet Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps
EMR system: Meditech

Required Experience & Skills

Cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation
Management of titratable drips
Understanding of hemodynamics
Care of respiratory patients including ventilators, BiPAP, tracheostomies, and Airvo
Experience with open heart surgery recovery
Experience with ECMO, Impella devices, and intra-aortic balloon pumps
Experience with CRRT and SLED therapies

Preferred:

CVICU charge nurse experience

Typical Procedures Performed

Central line insertion
Chest tube insertion
Bronchoscopies
Tracheostomies
Intubation

Personality & Dress Code

Team player with a positive attitude and adaptability
Scrub color: Navy
Dress code policies apply (specific unacceptable attire not detailed)

Certifications & Licenses Required

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
BLS (Basic Life Support)
NIH Certification
Current Registered Nurse License

Additional Notes

Permanent positions are available on the unit
The unit values experienced travel RNs, local CNAs, and sitters
The unit is equipped with advanced technology and supports a high level of critical care expertise
No call required during this assignment

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a specialized cardiovascular ICU environment with advanced life support technologies and a supportive team.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1021 reviews)

218 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

I love having Cassie as my recruiter. She was super helpful in resolving concerns with an offer and helping me get what worked for me. She always keeps tabs on how I’m doing and is fun to talk to. It’s nice to not dread a call coming in from a recruiter😆

Cons

None! Working with Host has been pretty easy and straightforward.

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

Jessica L

CVOR (RN)

Review of Cassie Marchi on Dec 5, 2025

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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.Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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The Texas capital is unique, with its unofficial motto, "Keep Austin Weird." Also known as the "Live Music Capital of the World," it hosts over 250 music venues, guaranteeing live performances nearly every night of the week. But if you aren't interested in catching a show, you'll find plenty of other things to do, including spending time outdoors with over 300 sunny days a year. Hike Mount Bonnell for an awe-inspiring view over Lake Austin and the downtown skyline. You can enjoy a refreshing dip in the spring-fed waters at the Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Metropolitan Park, spread over 351 acres with miles and miles of hiking and biking trails. The park is also home to the city's botanical garden, the Austin Nature and Science Center and other attractions. Austin is famous for its food scene, particularly BBQ. Franklin Barbecue, which once served President Obama, is a local favorite.

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