Step into the heart of critical care as a CVICU Registered Nurse in California where every beat every line and every breath this specialized role youll blend technical mastery with compassionate care guiding patients through the high-stakes aftermath of cardiac surgery and complex cardiac events. Based in Lodi California with opportunities to explore clinical assignments across the state and beyond youll influence recovery trajectories and support families during pivotal moments. Californias diverse landscapesfrom wine country and rolling valley towns to dramatic coastlines and mountain vistasoffer more than a backdrop; theyre a source of renewal that sustains your commitment to exceptional patient care. Envision the impact you can make every day as you bring deft clinical judgment steady presence and collaborative leadership to a dynamic CVICU team.
Location benefits go beyond a single city. Lodi places you in a vibrant accessible hub known for its community charm excellent schools and a supportive network of specialty hospitals. Youll enjoy the advantages of working close to the Bay Areas professional resources while savoring the slower pace and walkable neighborhoods of a wine-rich region. For those who crave variety the assignment can also provide opportunities to work in other California locations or across the U.S. allowing you to experience diverse patient populations acuity levels and hospital cultures. Expect streamlined housing assistance competitive weekly pay and logistics support that makes travel feel seamless rather than stressful. Flexible scheduling options align with your life and extension opportunities allow you to deepen your footprint in CVICU care while building lasting professional relationships.
Role specifics and the CVICU youll deliver advanced post-operative care for patients recovering from complex cardiac procedures including CABG valve repair/replacement thoracic aortic surgery and heart transplant candidates. Your responsibilities will center on vigilant hemodynamic monitoring arterial and central venous access management ventilator support optimization of inotropic and vasoactive therapies rhythm management and rapid response to evolving clinical situations. Youll collaborate with surgeons perfusionists respiratory therapists pharmacists and bedside teams to develop and execute individualized care plans ensuring timely extubations careful fluid management and meticulous infection prevention. The role offers a clear path for professional growth: deepen expertise in cardiothoracic critical care pursue certifications mentor junior nurses and participate in quality improvement initiatives that shape patient outcomes and unit efficiency. Youll also have access to leadership development opportunities as you demonstrate clinical excellence contribute to protocol optimization and support evidence-based practice.
Benefits include a competitive compensation structure that recognizes your CVICU expertise. Weekly pay in the range of $2218-$2305 reflects the demand for highly skilled critical care nurses. Additional incentives may include a sign-on bonus or shift differentials depending on assignment specifics. Housing assistance helps you settle quickly whether youre coming from out of town or relocating within California and extension opportunities let you continue mastering CVICU care in rewarding long-term relationships with our partner facilities. Comprehensive clinical and operational support is never far away: a dedicated 24/7 support team for travelers credentialing and onboarding assistance and proactive travel logistics coordination so you can focus on patient care. Please note: the hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Our company values empower your career and your well-being. We are committed to creating a supportive inclusive environment where you can grow from strong mentors leverage cutting-edge practice standards and pursue ongoing professional development. We emphasize collaboration safety and accountabilityensuring you feel confident in decision-making and supported in every shift. Youll join colleagues who recognize your contributions celebrate your successes and invest in your leadership journey whether you aspire to charge nurse responsibilities unit leadership or advanced clinical this culture your voice matters and your expertise accelerates not only patient healing but your own professional trajectory.
Call to action. If youre ready to bring exceptional CVICU care to patients in California and across the U.S. apply now to join a company that values your skill resilience and ambition. This is more than a contractits a pathway to meaningful impact meaningful partnerships and meaningful growth. Start date is 01/12/2026 with assignments spanning multiple weeks and the flexibility to align with your career goals. The role offers the chance to work in a premier CVICU environment learn from top specialists and contribute to life-changing outcomes while enjoying robust support housing options and a compensation package designed to acknowledge your expertise. Your next chapter in critical care starts hereseize the opportunity elevate patient care and chart a trajectory that matches your commitment to excellence.
Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs LPNs CNAs and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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