CVICU/CTICU Registered Nurse
Phoenix, AZ
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,235/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$720/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,515/week
Description
Registered Nurse - Coronary Care ICU
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Specialty: Coronary Care ICU (CVICU/CTICU)
Contract Length: 13 weeks (minimum)
Job Summary
Seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Coronary Care ICU unit with a focus on cardiac surgery recovery and advanced cardiac support. This is a teaching hospital environment with a 24-bed CVICU/CTICU unit.
Unit Details
- Unit size: 24 beds
- Patient ratio: 1:1 to 1:2 (high number of 1:1 assignments)
- Shift hours: 7am - 7pm (12-hour night shifts also available)
- Weekend requirement: 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (4 total weekend shifts for nights)
- Holidays: Scheduled into rotation based on unit coverage
- Float: Required to float to other ICUs, telemetry units (4:1 ratio), and a secondary campus if requested
- Charge nurse role available (no patient assignment)
- Nurse aides: 2 patient care techs on days and nights with high census
- EMR system: Cerner
- Telemetry system: Phillips
- In-house intensivist coverage during the day; on-call at night
- Respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7
Patient Population / Common Diagnoses
- Cardiac surgery recovery (CABG, TAVR)
- Mechanical circulatory support (IABP, ECMO)
- Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
- Lung, thoracic, esophageal, and other transplant patients
- Bronchoscopy, Swan-Ganz catheter, epidural management
- High number of bedside procedures
Required Certifications & Experience
- Valid RN license in Arizona
- Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience, with at least some experience within the last year
- One completed travel assignment
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Level 1 Trauma experience
- Teaching experience
- Experience in Emergency Department (ED) and Neuro ICU settings
Additional Requirements & Notes
- No facial piercings and only natural hair colors allowed
- Male candidates must be clean-shaven for fit testing
- Must have own vehicle if part of a travel team
- Weekly orientations on Mondays (except holidays)
- Cannot hold concurrent contracts with other assignments
- Must have been off permanent staff assignment with this health system for 12 months to qualify for travel assignment
- High acuity environment with teaching responsibilities; nursing students may be present
- Floor-specific orientation: 2 days
- Must be competent in sterile technique and common ICU nursing skills
- Parking provided with shuttle service for night shifts
This position is ideal for experienced ICU nurses with strong cardiac critical care skills looking for a challenging and rewarding travel assignment in a tertiary care teaching hospital.
Employer
Olaro
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Olaro Company Description
Olaro is a trusted partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses and allied health
professionals with opportunities nationwide. For over 35 years, we’ve helped clinicians
expand their horizons by matching them with assignments that fit their lifestyle, career
goals, and personal ambitions.
At Olaro, we value your expertise and support your growth at every step. We offer
competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and access to diverse clinical experiences
that build your skills and open doors to new possibilities. With 24/7 support, streamlined
onboarding, and a team committed to your success, you’ll always have a proven guide
by your side.
Whether you want to explore new locations, broaden your clinical experience, or
achieve better work–life balance, Olaro provides the flexibility and support to help you
thrive. Join us, and let’s shape the future of healthcare together.
About Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Phoenix is slightly lower than the national average, with affordable housing and reasonable grocery and transportation costs.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
- Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Phoenix, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Many furnished housing options cater to the seasonal influx of visitors and snowbirds.
- Phoenix is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the sprawling metro area.
- Phoenix has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and occasional heat-related illnesses.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Phoenix due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Phoenix offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, from Southwestern cuisine to international flavors.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy world-class golf, major league spring training games, and outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby mountain reserves.
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