CVICU Registered Nurse
Largo, MD
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Largo, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: April 20, 2026
Shift: Days (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 07:30 - 20:00)
Schedule: Every other weekend required; holidays as scheduled

Unit & Patient Details

• Unit: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
• Average Daily Census: 6 patients
• Beds: 8
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Patient Age Range: Adults to Geriatrics
• Common Diagnoses:

  • Cardiac Surgery (CABG, valve)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (STEMI, NSTEMI, AFIB with RVR, cardiogenic shock)
  • Vascular procedures (peripheral bypasses, EVAR)
  • Thoracic procedures (VATS)

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Maryland
• CVICU experience with a minimum of 2 years, including experience within the last year
• Minimum 2 years of open heart experience
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) certification
• NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certification
• Tech Cert Verification - National
• State License 1 Verification
• NURSYS Verification (RN, LPN/LVN, AP)
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Job Requirements & Expectations

• Floating: Required as needed to Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) and other units within scope
• On-call: Not required
• Scrub color: Navy preferred
• Holidays and weekends as scheduled (every other weekend required)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, education verification, and various federal/state screenings
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (instant tests not accepted)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • TB testing (QGOLD, TSPOT, or 2-step PPD) with annual updates
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if applicable)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines/boosters)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination accepted)
  • Varicella (positive titer or 2 vaccines/boosters)
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or approved exemption (2025-26 season)
• Fit test for respirator masks within 1 year of start
• Two supervisory references within 1 year of start
• Employment history verification for previous 5 years
• Photo for badge (passport style with white/beige background)
• Signed confidentiality agreement and job description acknowledgment prior to start

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete all required documentation and compliance steps prior to start date
• Portfolio Epic training test-out available for eligible candidates
• Floating assignments may include sister facilities within scope of practice

This position offers a specialized CVICU nursing opportunity with a focus on cardiac and vascular critical care in a travel contract setting. Candidates with strong CVICU/open heart experience are encouraged to apply.