CVICU RN
Towson, MD
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
3x12 hrs
$2,567/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Experienced CVICU RN needed for a high-acuity travel contract in Towson, MD. Join a supportive Cardiovascular ICU team, care for complex cardiac and post-op open heart patients, and make an impact every shift in this rewarding critical care nursing opportunity.
Job Details
- Specialty: CVICU Registered Nurse / Cardiovascular ICU RN
- Employment Type: Travel RN Contract
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 10/5/2026
- Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hours
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Shifts Per Week: 3
- Weekly Hours: 36
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,290 - $2,410
- Patient Ratio: 1:2
- Orientation: 24 hours
- Float: May be required to MSICU as needed
- Call: 24-36 hours on a rotating schedule
- Weekends: Every third weekend required
- Holidays: As scheduled
- Location: Towson, Maryland, near Baltimore
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of CVICU, ICU, or comparable critical care experience
- Direct experience caring for immediate post-op open heart patients required
- Active Maryland RN license or compact RN license at time of submission
- Current BLS, ACLS, CPI, and NIHSS certifications required
- Epic charting experience required
- Ability to manage complex cardiac patients and hemodynamically unstable patients
- Comfortable floating within scope and supporting unit scheduling needs
- Strong clinical background with CVICU equipment and high-acuity cardiac interventions
Responsibilities
- Provide expert critical care nursing for postoperative cardiac surgery patients and ICU bounce-backs
- Monitor and manage patients recovering from CABG, valve repair/replacement, TAVR, and other advanced cardiac procedures
- Care for patients requiring inotropic support, vasoactive drips, ECMO, CRRT, IABP, and Impella support
- Assess and respond to hemodynamic instability, coagulopathy, respiratory failure, and multisystem complications
- Manage arterial lines, central lines, Swan Ganz monitoring, pacing wires, IV drips, and ventilated patients
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, IV teams, pharmacy, and rapid response resources to support excellent outcomes
- Document accurately in Epic and maintain high standards of safety, infection prevention, and patient-centered care
Location Highlights
Located in Towson, Maryland, this travel nursing assignment offers the chance to work just outside Baltimore in a well-connected community with suburban comfort, local dining, and easy access to a major metro area. It is an excellent opportunity for nurses searching for Maryland nursing jobs, Baltimore area RN jobs, and travel ICU nurse contracts.
Apply now to join this CVICU travel nurse opportunity in Towson, Maryland and take the next step in your critical care nursing career.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.
About Towson, MD
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Towson, MD here's what you should know:- Towson's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages may be competitive, but it's important to budget for higher living expenses.
- Towson experiences hot summers with average highs around 87°F and cold winters with average lows around 24°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Towson, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.
- Towson is car-friendly with well-maintained roads, but public transportation options like buses and light rail also provide convenient ways to get around the area.
- Towson has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a notable presence of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses, in the area.
- Towson offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby parks, hiking trails, and recreational activities.
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