Travel Registered Nurse CVICU Job

Step into the high-performing world of cardiovascular critical care as a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in CVICU and bring life-saving care to patients in one of Californias most beautiful San Luis Obispo youll join a dedicated team delivering advanced postoperative care to cardiac surgery patients where every shift is a chance to influence outcomes support families and refine your expertise in a fast-paced collaborative environment. Picture mornings along the Central Coasts sun-kissed shoreline afternoons exploring Morro Bays iconic sea breeze and weekends discovering Edna Valleys scenic vineyards. This is your opportunity to do meaningful work while embracing the extraordinary lifestyle that Californias Central Coast offers.

Location benefits shine in San Luis Obispo and surrounding communities. Enjoy a mild coastal climate vibrant arts and dining scenes and easy access to world-class hiking beaches and wineries. The region blends relaxed pace with professional excellence making it an ideal base for a CVICU RN seeking variety and growth. For those drawn to broader horizons this travel assignment can also open doors to other locations across the U.S. offering diverse patient populations hospital cultures and clinical challenges that sharpen your CVICU skill set while expanding your professional network. Youll experience the best of both worlds: a rewarding clinical role in a picturesque locale and the adventure of travel that broadens your career canvas.

Role specifics and benefits:
- Role scope and responsibilities: Provide expert critical care nursing to postoperative cardiovascular patients including immediate post-op stabilization hemodynamic monitoring ventilator management vasoactive infusions and pain and sedation regimens. Perform meticulous assessments interpret telemetry and invasive pressures manage central lines and arterial lines collaborate with surgeons perfusionists and multidisciplinary teams and participate in rounding with physicians to update care plans. Lead evidence-based interventions anticipate complications and advocate for patient and family education throughout the care continuum. Maintain rigorous symptom control infection prevention and documentation practices ensuring seamless transitions of care during handoffs.
- Professional growth: Leverage opportunities to refine CVICU competencies participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives and gain exposure to a broad spectrum of cardiac proceduresfrom valve repairs to complex bypass cases. Access ongoing clinical education mentor relationships and a pathway to elevate your practice within a renowned cardiovascular program.
- Benefits and support: Competitive weekly pay ranging from $2348 to $2524 with additional opportunities for bonuses and contract extensions. Housing assistance is provided to ease relocation and housing logistics making it simpler to settle into the Central Coast environment. The contract offers extension opportunities for sustained professional engagement and continuity of care for patients and families. You will receive comprehensive support from a travel-focused program with 24/7 assistance ensuring youre never navigating complexities of travel nursing alone. Expect thorough orientation onboarding support and a dedicated clinical liaison to address questions or emergent needs during every shift.
- Work-life integration: Flexible scheduling designed to balance demanding clinical responsibilities with personal time to enjoy the California coastline coastal towns and local attractions. The position emphasizes a supportive team-first culture where your expertise is valued and your growth is prioritized.

Contract details:
- Start Date: 03/09/2026
- Location: California San Luis Obispo
- Duration: Weeks (contract-based assignment with potential for extension)
- Guaranteed Hours: 0.0
- Weekly pay: $2348$2524
- Additional incentives: housing assistance and potential signing or performance bonuses; opportunities for contract extensions; 24/7 company support for traveling clinicians.

Company values:
We are committed to empowering our staff through clear paths for career advancement a nurturing and collaborative workplace and resources that enable you to deliver exceptional patient care. The organization champions professional development recognizes clinical excellence and creates a supportive environment where every nurses voice is heard and every patients outcome is prioritized.

Call to action:
If youre a dedicated CVICU nurse ready to make an impact in a beautiful California setting while expanding your critical care expertise apply now. This is your chance to join a company that values your contributions supports your professional development and backs you with robust travel and clinical resources. Embrace a role where every shift is meaningful every patient matters and your career can rise to new heights.

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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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

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Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1000 per referral no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.