CVICU

CVICU | Travel RN | Houston, TX

Night Shift | 42-Week Contract | Start: October 26, 2026

This cardiovascular ICU opportunity is ideal for experienced critical care nurses with a strong background in complex cardiac and surgical patients. The unit manages high-acuity cases including open heart surgery, transplants, and patients requiring continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Recent ECMO experience is strongly preferred.

Shift & Scheduling

• 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• No self-scheduling; flexibility with assigned schedule is essential
• Guaranteed 48 hours per week

Contract Details

• Duration: 42 weeks
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Floating required — candidates must be open to unit float assignments
• Cancellation policy: 4 shifts per 13-week period

Required Certifications

• BLS
• ACLS
• NIHSS

Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of critical care experience, preferably in a high-volume, complex care environment
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in electronic charting
• Background in ECMO, CRRT, open heart surgery, or transplant care

Parking

Daily parking is available at $15+/day; monthly parking passes range from $95–$120 across on- and off-campus options.

This is a demanding, high-acuity environment — well-suited for seasoned critical care travelers who thrive in a fast-paced, complex surgical setting.