Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Albany, NY
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,540/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The organization is seeking an ICU Cardiovascular Specialty Nurse in Albany, New York. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. This position involves working in a high-acuity care unit with specialized skills in cardiac and vascular postoperative care.
Job Details:
- Location: Albany, New York
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; 2-3 years of staff Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) experience; Epic electronic medical record (EMR) experience; experience in trauma level one care setting; prior travel experience preferred
- Additional Information: Competency test required within 24 hours of submission, sent via the candidate's email. Candidates must have experience with immediate postoperative cardiac and vascular surgery patients requiring the ICU, including competencies with vents, arterial lines, spinal drains, hemodynamic monitoring, ECG interpretation, temporary pacemakers, and vasoactive/inotropic drip titrations. Navy blue scrubs are required. Local candidates are no longer being accepted by the organization after 1/11/2024.
- Position Creation Reason: Vacant position
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Albany, NY
About
A vibrant city located in the heart of New York State, Albany is famous for its rich history, beautiful architecture and abundance of cultural attractions. Situated on the west bank of the Hudson River approximately 150 miles north of New York City, Albany features amazing destinations such as the Empire State Plaza, the New York State Museum and the Egg Performing Arts Center. The city is also home to several colleges and universities, including SUNY Albany, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Siena College, Union College and Albany Law School. The climate in Albany is generally cool, with warm summers and cold winters and lovers of winter weather can enjoy a beautiful blanket of snow covering the ground.
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