Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,434 per week in Neptune, NJ

Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
Location: Neptune, NJ
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $2,434 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 9/7/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified CVICU RN in Neptune, New Jersey, 07754!

Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) Location: Hackensack Meridian Health / Jersey Shore University Medical Center – 1945 State Route 33, Neptune, NJ 07754 Schedule: 3x12 Night Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (36 Hours/Week) | Every 3rd Weekend | No Holidays | No On-Call Float Requirement: Yes – Required to float to other ICU units as needed Position Overview The Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse (RN) manages complex post-cardiac surgery and high-acuity patients within a evidence-based, patient-centric professional practice model. Responsible for initial and ongoing clinical assessments, the RN formulates, executes, and evaluates individualized care plans for patients requiring advanced hemodynamic monitoring and mechanical circulatory support. Key Responsibilities Post-Cardiac Surgery Care: Provide specialized intensive care for open-heart surgery, thoracic, and vascular post-operative patients. Advanced Device & Hemodynamic Management: Operate and manage specialized critical care devices, including LVADs, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps (IABP), CRRT, ECMO, Chest Tubes, Swan-Ganz catheters, and continuous cardiac output monitoring. Clinical Assessment & Intervention: Identify clinical priorities using the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation) to perform therapeutic interventions for critically ill patients. Telemetry & Stroke Care: Interpret complex cardiac rhythms and deliver stroke care in compliance with NIHSS standards and continuous stroke education guidelines. Documentation & Floating: Maintain accurate EMR documentation according to acuity and clinical standards; adapt quickly when floated to support other intensive care units across the facility. Position Qualifications Mandatory Experience & Competencies CVICU Experience: Minimum 2+ years of recent Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) nursing experience with a strong open-heart background. Specialty Skills: Demonstrated expertise in telemetry, vascular/thoracic stepdown, and proven LVAD competency. Device Proficiency: Hands-on experience with IABP, CRRT, ECMO, Swan-Ganz, and post-cardiac recovery protocols. Mandatory Certifications & Licensure RN License: Active New Jersey State RN License or active Multi-State Compact License. AHA BLS: Basic Life Support (American Heart Association). AHA ACLS: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (American Heart Association). NIHSS: Active National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale certification. Stroke CEU: Proof of completed 4-Hour Stroke CEU contact hours. Telemetry: Telemetry certification/demonstrated competency. Education Requirements Required Education: Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN). Preferred Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

About Revolution Healthcare Services

At Revolution Healthcare Services, we are dedicated to fostering a personal connection and building relationships with each candidate. We recognize that everyone's situation is unique. Guided by the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, we aim to represent our partners with the highest level of respect and professionalism. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals by connecting them with Travel, Permanent, local contract, and PRN opportunities across the United States that align with their career goals. We are here to support you at every step of your journey.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• CVICU
• Core Mandatory Part I
• Core Mandatory Part II (Nursing)
• Core Mandatory Part III
• ICU
• PALS
• RN - Cardiovascular ICU Self-Assessment
• RN - Pharmacology A
• RN – Cardiovascular ICU A

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