CVICU Registered Nurse
Ann Arbor, Michigan
University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU)

Location

• Ann Arbor, Michigan

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Unit Description

• 24-bed adult intensive care unit specializing in post-operative care for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery patients.
• Procedures include coronary artery bypass, heart and lung transplantation, heart valve repair, ventricular assist devices, esophageal procedures, carotid re-vascularization, and aneurysm repairs.
• Collaborative work with Advanced Practice and Resident Teams.
• Involvement in patient/family conferences, patient care rounds, referrals, research studies, and quality assurance activities.

Shift Details

• Night shift: 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (36 hours/week)
• Weekend work required every weekend
• No call responsibilities

Patient Ratio

• 1 nurse to 2 patients

Floating

• All new employees must float to designated units during low census periods.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan
• Minimum 1 year of Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) experience within the last year
• One completed travel nursing assignment
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system

Health and Safety Requirements

• Flu vaccination mandatory for the 2025-26 flu season (no exemptions allowed; egg-free vaccine available for allergies)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (specific approved mask models required)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; if past positive TB, must have clear chest X-ray within 5 years and complete annual TB questionnaire
• Required immunizations or positive titers for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella (boosters required if titers are negative or equivocal)

Background and Documentation

• 7-year background check within 30 days of start, including sex offender and nationwide checks; renew annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required prior to start and updated annually
• Government-issued photo ID required
• E-Verify or attestation required
• Two recent professional references from managers or supervisors (charge nurse references not accepted)
• Employment application required
• Facility-specific documents and attestations must be reviewed and signed prior to start (including confidentiality, code of conduct, conflict of interest, sexual harassment policies, and Cornerstone modules)
• Pass/fail competency testing on EKG and medication required upon orientation arrival (two attempts allowed)
• Orientation paperwork must be completed and submitted promptly during first day

Additional Notes

• Orientation pay rate applies for the first week (not included here)
• Badge and pager return required at assignment end to avoid fees
• New ID management system requires uploading multiple forms of ID before starting assignment
• Candidates must review an EKG study guide prior to start to prepare for competency testing

This position is ideal for experienced ICU nurses with cardiovascular critical care expertise and prior travel contract experience, seeking a challenging night shift role in a specialized surgical ICU setting.