Travel CVICU Registered Nurse - $2,523 per week

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

CVICU / Registered Nurse Position

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shifts - 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30). Every other weekend and holiday required, as applicable.

Job Description

The CVICU Registered Nurse will provide specialized care for patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. The nurse will utilize advanced nursing skills to manage a diverse patient population including fresh hearts, ventilated patients, chest tubes, and lumbar drains.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-operative care for patients who have undergone cardiac surgery.
• Administer medications and manage IV infusions including cardiac drips and sedation.
• Monitor vital signs and patient conditions, interpreting dysrhythmias and arterial blood gases.
• Assist with the insertion and management of chest tubes and central lines.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Ensure infection prevention and adhere to safety protocols.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of current CVICU experience is required; SICU experience may be considered with appropriate training.
• Active NJ RN license or compact license at the time of submission.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS are required.
• Experience with devices such as Impella, IABP, and CRRT using Prismax is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of post-cardiac surgery procedures (CABG, MVR, AVR, TAVR).

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

ARMStaffing Job ID #37226390. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:CVICU,19:00:00-07:00:00

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel. 

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences. 

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals. 

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

• Local and travel contracts
• Temp-to-perm employment
• Direct-hire personnel
• Per Diem
• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
• Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
• 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
• Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
• Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Company-matched 401K