Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Chicago, IL
Trusted Talent
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
$2,751/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$612/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$2,139/week
Description
Unit: CVICU
Experience Requirements:
- 3 years of CV ICU experience - Must pass an EKG test
Scheduling Details:
- 12-hour shifts at night
- Works every other weekend
- Works on Memorial Day - No on-call duties
Orientation:
- 8 hours of non-billable orientation
Floating:
- May float to different ICUs as needed
Charge Experience:
- Preferred; please note if applicable
License/Certification Requirements:
- Active Illinois license
- Certifications: CPR, ACLS, NIHSS
- Epic experience required
Required Skills:
- CVI ICU expertise
- Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, multisystem organ failure, thermoregulation - Experience with cardiac procedures, including CABG, valve replacement/repair, and ventricular assist devices - Proficiency in using and managing intra-aortic balloon pumps, Impella, pulmonary artery lines, CVVHD/CRRT - Expertise in IV therapy, including central line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs - Medication administration, including neuromuscular blockade, sedation, and titration of drips - CVA/Acute Stroke Management - Management of breathing support systems such as BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, and ventilators - Proficiency in ABG interpretation, suctioning, and ventilator management - Knowledge of infection prevention, isolation precautions, and use of PPE
- Capable of performing phlebotomy, and managing surgical wounds with drains/vac
Employer
Trusted Talent
A Better Route for Travel Healthcare
Founded in Buffalo, NY in 2008, Trusted Talent has spent nearly two decades building a different kind of healthcare staffing company — one where travel nurses, allied professionals, and locum providers are treated like family, not file numbers. The Joint Commission has awarded Trusted Talent its Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing Services, the industry's most rigorous credential. We are also the Official Healthcare Staffing Partner of the Buffalo Sabres, named to the 2025 SIA Fastest-Growing US Staffing Firms list, the 2024 SIA Largest US Staffing Firms list, and recognized as a 2023 Inc. Best Workplace.
From day one, our mission has been simple: get every traveler the right assignment, the right pay, and the right support — fast. That's how we earned a 100% application response rate and a within-the-hour response time on Vivian. It's also why so many of our travelers come back assignment after assignment.
Why Travelers Choose Trusted Talent
- 24/7 dedicated recruiter (your Talent Advisor) — one point of contact, day or night, every assignment
- Dedicated Compliance, Benefits, Payroll, and QA teams — separate specialists handling each piece, so nothing falls through the cracks
- Pronto, our proprietary job-search platform — see real pay, real housing, and real assignment details upfront at app.prontojobs.com
- Weekly pay and full transparency on every package — what we quote is what you take home
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage plus an HRA card to help cover medical bills
- 401(k) with a 4% company match (after 1,000 hours and one year of employment)
- License, certification, and CEU reimbursement
- $1,500 referral bonus when you bring a friend onto a Trusted Talent assignment
- Loyalty program with rewards for travelers who keep coming back
- VIP events, Camp NurseCon, and the Trusted Gives community-giving program — because the relationship goes beyond the contract
What Makes Us Different
After almost 20 years, we still answer the phone like a small Buffalo company — because that's what we are. But we have the scale, the certifications, and the technology of a national leader. That combination — local heart, national reach — is what we mean by "A Better Route."
Whether you're heading out on your first travel contract or your 50th, the Trusted Talent team is ready to find your next assignment. Browse our jobs below or chat with a Talent Advisor to get started.
Benefits:
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Health savings account / HRA
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan (with company match)
- Weekly pay
- Holiday pay
- Guaranteed hours (where contract specifies)
- Referral bonus ($1,500)
- Sign-on bonus (where applicable per contract)
- License and certification reimbursement
- Continuing education / CEU reimbursement
- Travel reimbursement
- Housing or housing stipend
- 24/7 recruiter access
- Loyalty / completion bonus program
Awards & Recognition
- The Joint Commission — Certified for Health Care Staffing Services
- 2025 SIA Fastest-Growing US Staffing Firms
- 2024 SIA Largest US Staffing Firms
- 2023 Inc. Best Workplaces
- 2020 Inc. 5000 — fastest-growing private companies
- Buffalo Business First Best Places to Work — multi-year
- Top Workplaces — Democrat & Chronicle (2022, 2023)
- Best Travel Nursing Companies — BluePipes (2020-2025)
- Official Healthcare Staffing Partner of the Buffalo Sabres
About Chicago, IL
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
- Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
- Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
- Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
- Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
- Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
- The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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