Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,879 per week in New Brunswick, NJ

Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $2,879 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/12/2026

About the Position

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Start Date: October 2026

Location: Central New Jersey

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour shifts with every other weekend requirement. Holiday coverage required (1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays per unit needs). Patient ratios typically 1:2 or higher based on acuity and census. Floating required to all ICUs, PACU ICU holds, ED ICU holds, and Cardiac IMC units within skillset.

Highlights:

• 628-bed Level I Trauma Center affiliated with a major university, featuring a Comprehensive Cardiac Center accreditation
• CVICU cares for complex cardiac surgery patients including heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices, TAVR, and ECMO
• EPIC charting system with required pre-start training modules
• First-time travelers and local candidates accepted at competitive rates
• Extensive interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and Rapid Response Teams
• Part of New Jersey's largest integrated healthcare system

Requirements:

• Active New Jersey or Compact state RN license required at time of submission
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU experience required; SICU experience may be considered if initial training in a CVICU was completed
• Must have hands-on experience with fresh post-operative cardiac cases including CABG, MVR, AVR, and TAVR
• Required experience with advanced cardiac devices: Impella, IABP, and CRRT using PrisMax
• Proficiency in EPIC charting system preferred
• Strong cardiovascular assessment skills including FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and 12-lead EKG
• Experience with ventilator management, chest tube insertion/removal, temporary pacers, and post-op open heart recovery
• Competency in IV therapy including titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, IV insulin protocols, and administration of blood products
• Must be willing to float within skillset to multiple units as needed

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work in a premier academic medical center providing cutting-edge cardiovascular care in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. You'll gain experience with complex cardiac procedures and advanced life support technologies while contributing to a nationally recognized cardiac program. The facility supports professional growth and welcomes both experienced travelers and local candidates, making this an excellent opportunity to advance your critical care expertise.

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