Travel Contract

Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse
Tyler, TX
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,660/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start Date08/24/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,660/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
The organization is seeking a qualified Healthcare Professional specializing in Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular in Tyler, Texas. This role involves providing advanced critical care to adult and geriatric patients within a busy ICU setting. The position requires clinical expertise, adherence to hospital protocols, and the ability to manage complex patient cases through a variety of procedures.

Job Details

Schedule: Nights: 3x12 hour shifts from 08/24/2026, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS); valid license in the state of Texas; 0 years of experience; ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Preferred Qualifications: 2 years of ICU experience, patient ratio experience, familiarity with Epic charting system, community hospital experience, LTAC experience, trauma Level I or Level II experience, travel experience preferred
Skills: Arterial line management, care of the patient on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), care of ventilated patients, central line care/management, continuous intravenous sedation, interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs) and dysrhythmias, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), isolation precautions, management of multisystem organ failure, Nurse driven ECMO protocols, PICC line management, post-cardiac surgery care, pulmonary artery line/Swan Ganz monitoring, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
Unit Details: Staffing with a patient ratio of 2:1 nights, daily census of 7 patients, 10 beds, interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and transportation services
Additional Information: Onboarding requires completion of core items/labs within 48 hours of contract signing. Orientation modules are non-billable, with onsite completion during orientation.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1293921. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About

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.

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About Tyler, TX

As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.

Transportation

Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.

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