Travel Contract

CVICU RN
Hickory, NC
The Judge Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,398/week
Posted 9 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date09/29/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care355 beds
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,398/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $1,152/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,246/week

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • Retention bonus

Description


  • Duke Lifepoint Hospital
  • 355 beds
  • Home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Lung Center, Orthopedics, General & Vascular Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Center, and Level 3 NICU
  • 32 bed ED, 29 bed inpatient rehab, 15 bed surgical suite & imaging
  • Frye South Campus comprises of an 81 bed adult Behavioral Health Hospital

Unit Profile

Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center

Floor: 2nd

Trauma Level:3

Position Information:

Facility Department/Cost Center CVICU 6540
Role (RN, Tech, LPN, PT, etc.): RN
Specialty:CABG, TAVR, STEMI, Carotids
Number of Openings:
Shift:
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Weekend Hours: every other weekend or to meet the needs of the facility
Call Requirements: no on call
Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, CCRN preferred
Years of Experience: minimum 1.5 years
• Float Requirements: per scheduled rotation

• Additional Notes:

Unit Information:

Number of Beds: 8
Patient Ratios: 2:1 with occasional 1:1
Equipment: Impella, IABP, CRRT
EHR: Cerner

Supervisor: Patient Population e.g. “geriatric, adult, peds, etc.”: Adult/Geriatric

Hiring Profile:

• Must Have Skills/Experience: 1 year CVICU experience (after orientation complete)
• Preferred Skillset/Experience: CVICU experience
• Common Diagnosis/Treatment: CABG, TAVR, STEMI, Carotids
• Personality Fit: strong critical thinking skills

Required Education:Assoicate Nursing Degree

Dress Code:

• Scrub Color: any color but professional
• Any unacceptable attire:

 


 

Facility

Frye Regional Medical Center

3.0rating(40 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Frye Regional Medical Center

4.0rating
Anonymous
Anonymous
Med Surg (RN)
Review of Frye Regional Medical Center on Jun 17, 2026
View all reviews
DetailsVerification data is contributed by healthcare professionals like you, who leave reviews on Vivian.
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 355 beds
ADDRESS420 North Center StreetHickory, NC 28601
View more details

Employer

The Judge Group

About

Judge Healthcare, a division of The Judge Group, bridges the talent divide for companies and organizations

across the healthcare ecosystem, providing resources and specialized roles such as travel nurses, allied health

professionals, locum tenens, and more. Judge’s seasoned recruiters are fluent in the trends, technologies, and

regulations shaping today’s healthcare environment, and use this knowledge to pair the right staffing solutions

with the right talent.

Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,629–4,569/week
Jobs on Vivian361
View more details

About Hickory, NC

As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
Was this helpful?
We strive to have reliable information about every job. Tell us what we've got wrong so we can correct it.Report an issue

Browse similar jobs

View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVICU

  • Asheville, NC
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus
$3,298/week
View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVICU

  • Asheville, NC
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus
$3,039/week
View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVICU

  • New Bern, NC
  • The Judge Group
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus
$2,646/week
Posted 6 hours ago
View all similar jobs