Travel Registered Nurse CVICU Job
San Luis Obispo, CA
Contracted
Adventist Health- Sierra Vista
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal CVICU RN role in sunny San Luis Obispo, California, beginning March 16, 2026. As a Registered Nurse specializing in cardiovascular intensive care, you’ll lead advanced patient monitoring, rapid assessment, and timely interventions for postoperative cardiac surgery patients and complex critical cases. Your expertise will drive safe recoveries, support families through stressful moments, and mentor junior staff as you help set the standard of care in a high‑acuity environment. This assignment offers a meaningful opportunity to impact lives while embracing the Central Coast’s renowned lifestyle—stunning coastlines, gentle hills, and a community that blends outdoor adventure with academic and clinical excellence. Picture weekends hiking along the coast, sipping regional wines, exploring Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, and the nearby wine country, all while delivering exceptional care in a state known for innovation in heart health. California’s dynamic hospital networks provide access to cutting-edge cardiovascular services and collaborative teams, fostering continuous clinical growth and exposure to diverse cardiac pathways.
Location Benefits:
San Luis Obispo County rewards clinicians with a balanced, high‑quality lifestyle, a temperate climate, and easy access to beaches, hiking, and vibrant dining and cultural scenes. The area supports a collegial healthcare community where multidisciplinary collaboration enhances patient outcomes and professional development. In addition to the local advantages, this opportunity offers the option to work across various U.S. locations, enriching your experience with different patient populations, hospital cultures, and procedural volumes. You’ll gain exposure to a spectrum of cardiac cases—from complex valve procedures to postoperative telemetry—while building a broad professional network and maintaining long‑term career resilience. Whether you’re motivated by steady practice in a renowned California facility or the flexibility to explore new settings on contract, you’ll find the right balance of clinical challenge and personal fulfillment.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities: Deliver comprehensive CVICU nursing care for critically ill cardiac patients, including post‑operative management of open‑heart surgery, valve repairs, and complex congenital cases as applicable. Monitor hemodynamics, manage invasive lines, arterial and venous access, and ventilator support; titrate vasoactive infusions per protocol; respond rapidly to deteriorations; participate in multidisciplinary rounds; coordinate with surgeons, perfusionists, pharmacists, and respiratory therapists; implement evidence‑based practices for infection control, mobility, delirium prevention, and pain management; educate patients and families about care plans and expected trajectories; ensure meticulous charting, documentation, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Professional growth: Access ongoing education, credentialing support, and opportunities to pursue CVICU–specific certifications; participate in clinical research initiatives and quality improvement projects; take on mentorship roles for novice staff and nursing students; expand leadership capabilities through debriefings and unit‑wide practice standardization.
- Benefits and rewards: Competitive weekly pay ranging from $2,346 to $2,533, with the potential for sign‑on bonuses and performance incentives where available. Housing assistance is provided to ease transition, and there are extension opportunities to tailor your assignment length to your career goals. The role emphasizes flexible scheduling with a focus on work‑life balance, alongside a supportive structure designed to help you thrive in a high‑stakes environment.
- Support and stability: A robust, 24/7 support network is available to you as you travel with the company, including dedicated travel coordination, onboarding, and on‑site operational resources to resolve clinical and logistical questions promptly. You’ll participate in preparation for varied shift patterns and patient loads, with access to ongoing clinical escalation pathways and remote nursing leadership support to ensure confidence in every decision.
Company Values:
Our partner organization is dedicated to empowering nursing professionals, prioritizing career advancement, mentorship, and a culture of teamwork and respect. The emphasis is on building a sustainable, growth‑oriented environment where nurses feel valued, heard, and equipped to reach their full potential. The company supports continuous learning, transparent communication, and recognition of clinical excellence, with a commitment to a flexible, compassionate workplace that fosters professional fulfillment and personal well‑being.
Call to Action:
If you’re a compassionate, skilled CVICU RN ready to make a meaningful difference on the Central Coast while expanding your clinical horizons across the U.S., this opportunity is designed for you. Apply today to join a team that champions your expertise, supports your development, and values your contribution to patient‑centered cardiac care. Embark on a dynamic journey that blends challenging, impactful work with a vibrant, West Coast lifestyle and the promise of ongoing growth in a leading cardiovascular program. Ready to explore, grow, and make a lasting impact? Apply now and take the next step in shaping the future of CVICU nursing.
Note: Hours and pay listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Location Benefits:
San Luis Obispo County rewards clinicians with a balanced, high‑quality lifestyle, a temperate climate, and easy access to beaches, hiking, and vibrant dining and cultural scenes. The area supports a collegial healthcare community where multidisciplinary collaboration enhances patient outcomes and professional development. In addition to the local advantages, this opportunity offers the option to work across various U.S. locations, enriching your experience with different patient populations, hospital cultures, and procedural volumes. You’ll gain exposure to a spectrum of cardiac cases—from complex valve procedures to postoperative telemetry—while building a broad professional network and maintaining long‑term career resilience. Whether you’re motivated by steady practice in a renowned California facility or the flexibility to explore new settings on contract, you’ll find the right balance of clinical challenge and personal fulfillment.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities: Deliver comprehensive CVICU nursing care for critically ill cardiac patients, including post‑operative management of open‑heart surgery, valve repairs, and complex congenital cases as applicable. Monitor hemodynamics, manage invasive lines, arterial and venous access, and ventilator support; titrate vasoactive infusions per protocol; respond rapidly to deteriorations; participate in multidisciplinary rounds; coordinate with surgeons, perfusionists, pharmacists, and respiratory therapists; implement evidence‑based practices for infection control, mobility, delirium prevention, and pain management; educate patients and families about care plans and expected trajectories; ensure meticulous charting, documentation, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Professional growth: Access ongoing education, credentialing support, and opportunities to pursue CVICU–specific certifications; participate in clinical research initiatives and quality improvement projects; take on mentorship roles for novice staff and nursing students; expand leadership capabilities through debriefings and unit‑wide practice standardization.
- Benefits and rewards: Competitive weekly pay ranging from $2,346 to $2,533, with the potential for sign‑on bonuses and performance incentives where available. Housing assistance is provided to ease transition, and there are extension opportunities to tailor your assignment length to your career goals. The role emphasizes flexible scheduling with a focus on work‑life balance, alongside a supportive structure designed to help you thrive in a high‑stakes environment.
- Support and stability: A robust, 24/7 support network is available to you as you travel with the company, including dedicated travel coordination, onboarding, and on‑site operational resources to resolve clinical and logistical questions promptly. You’ll participate in preparation for varied shift patterns and patient loads, with access to ongoing clinical escalation pathways and remote nursing leadership support to ensure confidence in every decision.
Company Values:
Our partner organization is dedicated to empowering nursing professionals, prioritizing career advancement, mentorship, and a culture of teamwork and respect. The emphasis is on building a sustainable, growth‑oriented environment where nurses feel valued, heard, and equipped to reach their full potential. The company supports continuous learning, transparent communication, and recognition of clinical excellence, with a commitment to a flexible, compassionate workplace that fosters professional fulfillment and personal well‑being.
Call to Action:
If you’re a compassionate, skilled CVICU RN ready to make a meaningful difference on the Central Coast while expanding your clinical horizons across the U.S., this opportunity is designed for you. Apply today to join a team that champions your expertise, supports your development, and values your contribution to patient‑centered cardiac care. Embark on a dynamic journey that blends challenging, impactful work with a vibrant, West Coast lifestyle and the promise of ongoing growth in a leading cardiovascular program. Ready to explore, grow, and make a lasting impact? Apply now and take the next step in shaping the future of CVICU nursing.
Note: Hours and pay listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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