Travel Registered Nurse CCU Job

Overview Registered Nurse – Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) for a travel assignment in Utica, New York. Start date 11/09/2026 for a 13-week contract. Weekly pay ranges from $2,267 to $2,447 per week. Shift: Nights (12-hour shifts). This is a hospital‑based CTICU assignment with a 75-mile radius travel policy; locals within the radius may be considered at a reduced rate. The CTICU unit comprises 6 beds and cares for patients after cardiothoracic procedures and related diagnoses, with a focus on post‑operative cardiac care and cardiogenic instability. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $2,267–$2,447 per week Assignment duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night, 12‑hour shifts Start date: 11/09/2026 Unit: Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) with 6 beds Travel requirement: 75-mile radius rule; locals considered at reduced rate Responsibilities Provide direct nursing care to CTICU patients, including post‑cardiac surgery and those with cardiogenic shock or related CTICU diagnoses Monitor hemodynamics, manage vasoactive medications, support ventilated patients, and respond to critical events Administer medications and treatments per physician orders; ensure accurate documentation in EPIC Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to implement care plans, uphold ICU protocols, and ensure patient safety Perform ongoing patient assessments, develop and update care plans, and communicate changes during shift handoffs Maintain accurate charting, ensure regulatory compliance, and advocate for timely interventions Requirements 2+ years of cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) or equivalent critical care experience Experience with fresh hearts is REQUIRED ACLS, BLS, NIHSS REQUIRED EPIC experience REQUIRED Travel experience REQUIRED Ability to work 12‑hour night shifts Travel eligibility for a 75-mile radius assignment (locals may be eligible at a reduced rate) Benefits and Support Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment Credentialing coordination and EPIC onboarding assistance Travel and payroll coordination to simplify the assignment process Ongoing assignment support from the Healthforce team Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr