CVICU

Cardiac/Cardiovascular ICU — Nights | Houston, TX | 13-Week Contract

This is a high-acuity cardiac ICU role caring for critically ill patients including those with heart failure, STEMI, pulmonary emboli, complex arrhythmias, and MICU overflow. The unit operates with a cardiology fellow available around the clock and respiratory therapy in-house 24/7.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• No self-scheduling; travelers fill open holes with reasonable schedule accommodation
• Holidays typically covered; days before/after may be required

Contract Details

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Start: October 26, 2026
• Guaranteed hours: 48 per week
• Up to 4 shifts may be cancelled per 13-week assignment

Required Certifications

• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS

Must-Have Clinical Skills

• Ventilator management and emergency troubleshooting (self-extubation, trach dislodgement, suctioning)
• Hemodynamic monitoring: arterial lines, CVP, PA catheters
• IABP, Impella, CRRT
• Paralytic and sedation management with BIS and TOF monitoring
• Drip titration: epinephrine, norepinephrine, vasopressin, dobutamine, milrinone, amiodarone, cardene, and others
• Independent telemetry interpretation

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 3 years of ICU experience in a high-volume environment
• Prior travel nursing experience strongly preferred
• Must be open to floating to similar units

Additional Details

• Orientation: two 12-hour shifts
• Scrubs: teal tops and bottoms; solid or coordinated non-terrycloth jacket
• Parking options available on and off campus