CVICU Registered Nurse
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,274/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- 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 (CVICU) - Travel Assignment
Location: Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Position Overview
- Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Specialty: Blended ICU (Cardiovascular ICU)
- Unit: ICU/CVICU, Trauma Level III
- Number of Openings: 1
- Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (3x12s)
- Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
- Call Requirements: Yes
- Float Requirements: Intermediate Care Unit (primary RN) and ED holding (as needed)
- Patient Population: Adult and Geriatric
- Patient Ratios: 1:2
- Equipment Used: Baxter pumps
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) System: Medhost
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona
- Minimum 2 years of Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) experience, including experience within the last year
- Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
Clinical Focus and Common Diagnoses
- STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction)
- NSTEMI (Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction)
- COPD exacerbation
- Sepsis
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Valve repair/replacement
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Atrial Fibrillation with Rapid Ventricular Response (A. Fib RVR)
- Alcohol Withdrawal (ETOH Withdrawal)
- Head Injury
- Overdose
- Stroke
- Trauma
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) & Transcatheter Valve Replacement (TVAR)
Work Environment and Additional Information
- Facility is a Joint Commission Accredited community hospital and regional referral center with 171 beds
- Certified Chest Pain Center
- Outdoor recreation opportunities nearby including fishing, golfing, swimming, and hiking
- Close proximity to major cities: Las Vegas (~2.5 hours), Phoenix (~3.25 hours), Grand Canyon (~3.5 hours), Los Angeles/San Diego (~5 hours)
- Housing options available
- No block schedule requests; 48-hour shifts can be considered but are not guaranteed
Orientation
- Weekly orientation provided
Note: Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for this travel assignment.
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
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.
About Lake Havasu City, AZ
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Lake Havasu City, AZ here's what you should know:- Lake Havasu City's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 105°F, and in winter, average lows are around 42°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lake Havasu City, with options ranging from apartments to vacation homes.
- The city is car-friendly with ample parking and minimal traffic.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- The population is relatively diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include skin cancer due to the sunny climate.
- Lake Havasu City has a growing population of travel nurses.
- The city offers a variety of outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking.
- There are also numerous restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as events related to art, music, and sports.
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