Travel Registered Nurse CVICU Job
Lodi, CA
Contracted
Adventist Health Lodi Memorial
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal role as a Registered Nurse specializing in CVICU in Lodi, California, where your expertise can save complex cardiac lives, guide critical post-operative care, and illuminate pathways to recovery for patients facing high-stakes challenges. In this fast-paced CVICU environment, you will combine acute clinical skill with compassionate leadership to drive outcomes, mentor peers, and advocate for families navigating difficult journeys. This opportunity invites you to visualize the impact you can have every shift, while also savoring California’s diverse landscapes and vibrant communities. Picture mornings along rolling vineyards, breezes off the San Joaquin, and evenings exploring the cultural richness of nearby cities—a state famed for beauty, innovation, and resilience.
Location benefits are numerous and compelling. Lodi sits in the heart of California’s Wine Country, offering a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with access to exceptional dining, parks, and outdoor recreation. The region provides a balanced lifestyle where dedicated clinical work harmonizes with time for personal adventures, whether you’re hiking the foothills, biking scenic riversides, or indulging in weekend getaways within a short drive. For broader opportunities, California’s expansive healthcare landscape presents the chance to collaborate with renowned cardiac programs, while the contract structure can also open doors to other U.S. locations in future assignments, expanding your professional network and exposing you to diverse patient populations and care models. In this role, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes patient-centered excellence, continuous learning, and a supportive atmosphere that recognizes the demands of critical care nursing.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to reward your expertise and fuel your growth. As a CVICU RN, you’ll manage postoperative cardiac surgery patients and those with complex cardiac and hemodynamic conditions, using advanced monitoring, arterial and central line management, ventilator support, and arrhythmia identification and therapy. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team during daily rounds, contribute to care plans, and execute critical interventions with precision and speed. Your responsibilities will emphasize safety, accuracy, and adherence to best-practice protocols while you uphold the highest standards of patient advocacy and family communication. The role offers clear pathways for professional development, including opportunities to pursue CVICU specialization credentials, attend in-house training sessions, and participate in evidence-based practice projects that elevate care quality across the unit. In addition to competitive compensation, the package includes a sign-on bonus, comprehensive housing assistance, and the option to extend your assignment for ongoing continuity and career progression. You’ll appreciate a robust support framework with 24/7 assistance from our dedicated team as you travel, along with clinical onboarding, mentorship, and access to resources that help you thrive both professionally and personally. While the schedule can vary, the role emphasizes a strong clinical footprint, consistent patient outcomes, and a collaborative culture where your voice matters. We understand the emotional and physical demands of CVICU work, and we’re committed to providing resources, rests, and structured opportunities to help you sustain peak performance over the contract period and beyond.
Company values center on empowering staff to grow, advancing your career in a nurturing environment, and fostering an inclusive, dynamic workplace where every nurse is supported. You’ll be part of a culture that respects clinical autonomy while offering guidance, tools, and career ladders to accelerate your professional development. Our leadership teams invest in ongoing education, celebrate clinical leadership at every level, and prioritize work-life balance through flexible scheduling options and supportive HR processes. If you seek a place where your expertise is honored, your resilience is built upon, and your professional journey is a shared priority, you’ll find a meaningful home here.
Call to action: if you’re ready to contribute your CVICU mastery to a company that values your impact, explore this opportunity now. Apply to join a program that blends superior patient care with robust support, growth opportunities, and a community that champions your ambitions as you navigate California and beyond. Your next chapter as a CVICU RN in Lodi awaits—where purpose meets professional excellence, and every patient save reinforces your resolve to lead, teach, and innovate.
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. Start date: 01/05/2026. Contract duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: $2,170-$2,337. Guaranteed hours: 0.0.
Location benefits are numerous and compelling. Lodi sits in the heart of California’s Wine Country, offering a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with access to exceptional dining, parks, and outdoor recreation. The region provides a balanced lifestyle where dedicated clinical work harmonizes with time for personal adventures, whether you’re hiking the foothills, biking scenic riversides, or indulging in weekend getaways within a short drive. For broader opportunities, California’s expansive healthcare landscape presents the chance to collaborate with renowned cardiac programs, while the contract structure can also open doors to other U.S. locations in future assignments, expanding your professional network and exposing you to diverse patient populations and care models. In this role, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes patient-centered excellence, continuous learning, and a supportive atmosphere that recognizes the demands of critical care nursing.
Role specifics and benefits are designed to reward your expertise and fuel your growth. As a CVICU RN, you’ll manage postoperative cardiac surgery patients and those with complex cardiac and hemodynamic conditions, using advanced monitoring, arterial and central line management, ventilator support, and arrhythmia identification and therapy. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team during daily rounds, contribute to care plans, and execute critical interventions with precision and speed. Your responsibilities will emphasize safety, accuracy, and adherence to best-practice protocols while you uphold the highest standards of patient advocacy and family communication. The role offers clear pathways for professional development, including opportunities to pursue CVICU specialization credentials, attend in-house training sessions, and participate in evidence-based practice projects that elevate care quality across the unit. In addition to competitive compensation, the package includes a sign-on bonus, comprehensive housing assistance, and the option to extend your assignment for ongoing continuity and career progression. You’ll appreciate a robust support framework with 24/7 assistance from our dedicated team as you travel, along with clinical onboarding, mentorship, and access to resources that help you thrive both professionally and personally. While the schedule can vary, the role emphasizes a strong clinical footprint, consistent patient outcomes, and a collaborative culture where your voice matters. We understand the emotional and physical demands of CVICU work, and we’re committed to providing resources, rests, and structured opportunities to help you sustain peak performance over the contract period and beyond.
Company values center on empowering staff to grow, advancing your career in a nurturing environment, and fostering an inclusive, dynamic workplace where every nurse is supported. You’ll be part of a culture that respects clinical autonomy while offering guidance, tools, and career ladders to accelerate your professional development. Our leadership teams invest in ongoing education, celebrate clinical leadership at every level, and prioritize work-life balance through flexible scheduling options and supportive HR processes. If you seek a place where your expertise is honored, your resilience is built upon, and your professional journey is a shared priority, you’ll find a meaningful home here.
Call to action: if you’re ready to contribute your CVICU mastery to a company that values your impact, explore this opportunity now. Apply to join a program that blends superior patient care with robust support, growth opportunities, and a community that champions your ambitions as you navigate California and beyond. Your next chapter as a CVICU RN in Lodi awaits—where purpose meets professional excellence, and every patient save reinforces your resolve to lead, teach, and innovate.
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. Start date: 01/05/2026. Contract duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: $2,170-$2,337. Guaranteed hours: 0.0.
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