Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,016 per week
GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 05/11/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift | Albuquerque, NM (13-week Contract)
Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in Albuquerque, NM (zip 87102) — 13-week night contract for experienced Cardiac ICU RNs. Night shift CVICU travel nursing job for clinicians with ACLS/BLS and recent post-op cardiac care experience.
Albuquerque, NM is renowned for its vibrant Southwestern culture, scenic beauty, and year-round recreational opportunities. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Sandia Mountains, explore historic Old Town, and experience the city's lively arts scene and diverse cuisine.With abundant hiking trails, outdoor adventures, and a welcoming community, Albuquerque offers an ideal backdrop for both professional growth and leisure during your contract.
Job Details- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800 - $1,890 (Competitive travel nurse pay)
- Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM) 87102 — Cardiac ICU / Heart Hospital
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 13, 2026 – July 13, 2026)
- Shift: Night shifts, 12 hours (18:30 – 07:00)
- Hours per Week: 36 (option for 48 hours available)
- Unit: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) – 16 beds
- Patient Ratio: 1:2 (Cardiac ICU RN staffing)
- Interdisciplinary Support: PT, Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response, Pharmacy, Transport
- Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU / Cardiac ICU experience preferred (post-op cardiac surgery experience highly valued)
- Previous travel nursing experience required (travel RN / CVICU travel nurse)
- Active Registered Nurse license: New Mexico RN or Compact RN accepted; pending accepted if issued prior to start
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
- Comfortable managing 1:2 patient ratios and high-acuity cardiac patients
- Experience with arterial lines, pulmonary artery catheters, IABP, and vasoactive/antiarrhythmic infusions
- Familiarity with ECMO, TAVR, LVAD/RVAD support and sheath removal is a plus
- Locals within a 50-mile radius are not eligible
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based care to adult and geriatric patients in the CVICU (Cardiac ICU RN duties)
- Manage patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure and complex post-cardiac surgery needs
- Interpret cardiac rhythms, manage dysrhythmias, and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Monitor and manage arterial lines, pulmonary artery lines, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP)
- Assist with advanced procedures including ECMO, TAVR, LVAD/RVAD care, and sheath removal as indicated
- Administer blood products, follow IV insulin protocols, and manage continuous IV sedation
- Perform ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP maintenance, and hypothermia protocols when required
- Maintain infection prevention, isolation precautions, and accurate documentation in the medical record
- Float to like units as needed based on facility requirements and provide collaborative care with interdisciplinary teams
- Cardiac ICU travel nursing role in a well-equipped heart hospital in Albuquerque, NM
- Work alongside experienced CVICU teams with strong interdisciplinary support
- Competitive weekly pay and options for additional hours
Apply now for this Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift role in Albuquerque, NM. Join our cardiac care team and advance your CVICU / Cardiac ICU travel nursing career. Submit your resume and current RN license and certifications to be considered.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #470154. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CVICU
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