CVICU Registered Nurse
Lewiston, ME
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,066/weekOverview
- Start Date06/24/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
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
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - CVICU
Location
- Lewiston, Maine
Employment Type
- Travel contract
- Contract length: 13 weeks
Unit Profile
- Unit: Intermediate Care Unit (20 beds total)
- 8 beds CICU (Cardiac Intensive Care Unit)
- 12 beds Step-Down/Progressive Care Unit
- Trauma Level: Level 3
- Patient Ratios:
- Intermediate care patients: 1:3
- Critical care patients: 1:2 or 1:1 depending on acuity
- Patient Population: Adult, Geriatric
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) system: Epic
- Equipment includes Impella, Balloon pump, ECMO/Tandem Heart, ceiling lifts, hoyer lifts, sit-to-stand lifts, and extensive safe-patient handling equipment
Schedule
- Shift: Approximately 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM
- Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
- Weekend requirement: 3 weekends per 6-week schedule block
- No call requirements
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maine
- Minimum 1 year of recent CVICU experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Clinical Focus and Common Diagnoses
- CICU patients: Post-operative care for CABG, AVR, MVR, vascular and endovascular surgery, cardiac interventional services including ECMO, heart failure requiring Impella device support, angioplasty, and stent placement
- Step-Down Unit patients: Above diagnoses plus sepsis, respiratory and multi-system failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, encephalopathy, and post-operative general surgical patients requiring higher level of care
Additional Information
- Scrub color: Navy Blue
- No local candidates accepted for this position
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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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 Lewiston, ME
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Lewiston, ME here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lewiston, ME is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Lewiston experiences average summer highs of around 80°F and winter lows of around 10°F, with significant snowfall during the winter months.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lewiston, ME, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Lewiston is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for travel nurses.
- Lewiston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Lewiston offers a variety of restaurants, especially featuring local seafood.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and theaters.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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