Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,520 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) specialist position available in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role involves providing critical care to adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. The selected candidate will join a dynamic team focusing on advanced patient management and collaboration with interdisciplinary support teams.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift with 12-hour days, minimum of 48 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Certifications including Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); at least 2 years of experience in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) involving arterial line management, ventilator management, CVA/Acute Stroke care, and other advanced procedures; location in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous travel experience preferred; experience with complex cardiovascular procedures and patient management.
• Float: Float rotation may be required to like units within scope as needed based on facility needs.
• Additional Information: The role supports adult and geriatrics patient populations with a daily census of approximately 10 patients. The unit fosters interdisciplinary collaboration with departments like respiratory therapy, radiology, pharmacy, and social services. Orientation includes 24 hours of training, and candidates need to complete labs within 48 business hours after contract signing.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1300026. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we're here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It's about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we're with you every step of the way. Let's build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus