Travel Contract

Cardiovascular ICU RN (ECMO)
Austin, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,653/week

Posted 8 days ago

Overview

Start Date02/23/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,653/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 - CVICU (ECMO)

Location: Austin, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Call Requirements: No call required

Unit Overview

Unit: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Beds: 8
Staff: 25 total (Night shift includes charge nurse + 4 RNs)
Patient Ratios: 2:1 or 1:1
Equipment:
- 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
Permanent Positions on Unit: Yes

Required Qualifications

License: Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Certification
Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in CVICU or critical care specialty (highest required)
Skills:
- Experience with cardiac monitoring and rhythms
- Experience with titratable drips
- Understanding of hemodynamics
- Experience with respiratory patients (ventilators, BiPAP, tracheostomies, Airvo)
- Experience with open heart surgery recovery
- Experience with ECMO, Impella devices, and intra-aortic balloon pumps
- Experience with CRRT/SLED therapies

Preferred Qualifications

CVICU charge nurse experience

Work Environment & Culture

Team-oriented with a positive, adaptable attitude preferred
Dress code: Navy scrubs required
Weekend shifts: 6 weekend shifts per schedule for night shift (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

Typical Procedures Performed

Central line and chest tube insertion
Bronchoscopies
Tracheostomies
Intubation

Additional Notes

ECMO experience is required for this role
No prior travel experience explicitly required for this position

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1034 reviews)

222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Cassie Jo is an absolute ROCKSTAR. She is on top of everything, insanely quick to respond, always ready to remedy any confusion or errors, such an incredible nurse advocate—will go to bat for you in the blink of an eye—as organized as anything I’ve ever seen, and just genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate. I seriously cannot say enough incredible things about her. She is the best and I am so thankful for all of her help, guidance, knowledge, organization, reassurance, skill, and friendliness.

Cons

absolutely NOTHING.

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

Anna Beth K

Pediatrics (RN)

Review of Cassie Marchi on Feb 4, 2026

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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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