Travel Registered Nurse CVICU Job
Healthforce•Pocatello, ID
•$2,656 - $2,820•Onsite
About The Position
This is a travel assignment for a Registered Nurse in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at a Level II trauma center in Pocatello, Idaho. The facility has a comprehensive stroke center and an advanced cardiac/open-heart program. The assignment is for a travel position with a start date of 09/28/2026 and offers a shift of 4x12 Nights. The pay rate is estimated between $2,656–$2,820 per week with 0.0 guaranteed hours. The unit also offers 36- or 48-hour option blocks. Orientation is provided onsite.
Requirements
- Active RN license in Idaho (state or compact) in hand at time of submittal.
- Minimum 2 years in CVICU/ICU.
- ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required.
- Epic experience preferred.
- Proficient in hemodynamic monitoring, post-cardiac surgery care, ventilator management, chest tube care, dysrhythmia interpretation, 12-lead EKGs, ABG interpretation.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Ability to work in a high-acuity CVICU/ICU setting.
Nice To Haves
- Prior charge experience preferred.
- PALS and TNCC may be noted as optional.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct nursing care to adult and geriatric CVICU/ICU patients, including post-operative cardiac surgery (CABG, valve repair/replacement, TAVR) and post-cardiac care.
- Monitor hemodynamics with arterial lines, venous access, PAP/PA catheters as needed; titrate vasoactive and cardiac-directed medications.
- Manage ventilator support (including HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP) and support occasional ECMO; oversee CRRT/Tablo dialysis when required.
- Perform bedside procedures and post-operative care: chest tubes, tracheostomy care, TEE-related care, sheath removals, blood product administration.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (IV/Phlebotomy, PT, Respiratory, Radiology, Pharmacy, Social Services, RRT, Transportation) and ensure accurate Epic documentation.
- Maintain patient assignments at 2:1 on days, nights, and weekends; uphold unit standards for safety, infection control, and quality metrics.
Benefits
- On-site orientation modules totaling about 20 hours
- Pre-approved time off: two per contract
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Orientation modules completed onsite to expedite credentialing
- Compliance and onboarding items addressed promptly per program requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
