CVICU RN
New Brunswick, NJ
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,851/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Cardiovascular ICU Nurse or Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
CVICU Registered Nurse
Overview
- Travel/contract role in New Brunswick, New Jersey
- 13-week assignment
- Night shift: 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
- 36 hours per week
- Every other weekend required
- Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays, based on unit needs
- Candidates must float within their skillset; floating may include all ICUs, PACU ICU holds, ED ICU holds, and Cardiac IMC units
- Navy blue scrubs
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in New Jersey
- CVICU (2 years of experience)
- CVICU experience within the last year
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- NIHSS
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Experience with fresh post-op cardiac cases, including CABG, MVR, AVR, and TAVR
- Experience with Impella, IABP, and CRRT using PrisMax
- A-line insertion and management
- Central/PICC line insertion and management
- Continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade and sedation administration
- Procedural sedation administration and monitoring
- Titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Chest tube insertion and removal
- BiPAP/CPAP management
- High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) management
- Experience with Epic
Key Clinical Experience
- A-lines
- Blood product administration
- Central/PICC lines
- Starting IVs
- Continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade and sedation
- Emergency medications
- Procedural sedation administration and monitoring
- Titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips
- IV insulin protocols
- Chest tube insertion/removal
- BiPAP/CPAP
- Ventilated patient care
- HFNC
- ABGs
- Suctioning (ETT, NT)
- Ventilator management
- Cardiac surgery care, including post-op open heart recovery
- Temporary pacers
- FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring
- Dysrhythmia interpretation
- 12-lead EKG
- Chronic/acute renal failure care
- CVVHD/CRRT
- CVA/acute stroke care
- Hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun
- Lumbar drains
- Multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
- Infection prevention
- Isolation precautions/PPE
- Phlebotomy
Additional Notes
- First-time travelers are accepted
- Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
- Ratios vary based on census, acuity, and staffing
Employer
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
7 nurses found this helpful
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About New Brunswick, NJ
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in New Brunswick, NJ here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
- Winter average highs of 40°F and lows of 25°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Many furnished apartment complexes cater to short term renters.
- Car friendliness is moderate, with traffic congestion during peak hours.
- Public transportation options include buses and trains for commuting within and outside the city.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and asthma.
- New Brunswick has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major medical centers.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Rich art and music scene with theaters and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college games and local recreational activities.
- Nearby outdoor activities include parks and nature reserves for hiking and relaxation.
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