Travel Registered Nurse CVICU Job
San Luis Obispo, CA
Contracted
Adventist Health- Sierra Vista
Mid Level
Step into a high-impact role as a Registered Nurse specializing in CVICU, stationed in the coastal heart of California—San Luis Obispo. This is more than a travel assignment; it’s a unique opportunity to lead complex post-operative cardiac care, collaborate with expert teams, and elevate your CVICU practice in a setting renowned for professionalism and compassion. In the CVICU, your meticulous assessments, rapid decision-making, and compassionate patient advocacy will guide patients through critical transitions toward recovery. You’ll work alongside surgeons, perfusionists, and multidisciplinary teams who share a commitment to excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care. And as you advance your skills, you’ll discover that this path isn’t just about the next shift—it’s about shaping a durable foundation for your career in cardiovascular nursing. The Central Coast offers more than a job; it offers a lifestyle of balance, growth, and purpose amid a landscape of rolling hills, dramatic coastline, and vibrant communities along California’s iconic Highway 1.
California’s beauty is a backdrop that inspires and rewards. From the sun-kissed beaches of nearby Avila and Pismo to the scenic trails that thread through Montaña de Oro and the vineyards of Paso Robles, each day presents a chance to reconnect with nature after a shift. San Luis Obispo’s historic downtown, local farmers’ markets, and an easy pace create a welcoming home base, while its proximity to larger urban hubs offers the best of both worlds. Whether you crave coastal sunsets, mountain hikes, or a weekend exploring wine country, you’ll find endless opportunities to recharge and explore while building your CVICU career close to some of California’s most beloved landscapes.
Location Benefits:
- Enjoy a welcoming coastal community in San Luis Obispo with mild seasons, excellent dining, and access to outdoor recreation that complements demanding CVICU roles.
- Benefit from the flexibility of working in this location while also having opportunities to deploy to other locations across the U.S., expanding your clinical exposure and networking within top-tier cardiac care teams.
- Tap into a robust support network designed for traveling clinicians, with resources to help you settle in quickly, navigate housing options, and connect with local professional peers.
- Build your professional reputation in a high-acuity CVICU environment that emphasizes evidence-based practice, simulation-based training, and ongoing education.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Position overview: You will provide specialized care for post-cardiac surgery patients, including frequent hemodynamic monitoring, invasive line management, ventilator support, vasoactive infusions, and rapid response to evolving clinical scenarios. You will collaborate with physicians, perfusionists, respiratory therapists, and specialty nurses to optimize recovery trajectories and minimize complications.
- Professional growth: Leverage opportunities to pursue CVICU certifications, advance your skill set in ECMO considerations, and engage in multidisciplinary rounds that enhance critical thinking and leadership in high-stakes care.
- Responsibilities include: continuous patient assessment, hemodynamic optimization, airway and ventilator management, pain and sedation oversight, infection control, charting and documentation accuracy, family communication, and seamless transitions of care with postoperative teams.
- Competitive benefits: generous weekly pay ranging from $2,366 to $2,454, with a focus on a comprehensive compensation package that recognizes your expertise and contribution.
- Housing and extension opportunities: dedicated housing support and options for contract extensions to align with your career goals and personal plans, providing continuity in a high-demand specialty.
- Comprehensive support: 24/7 dedicated travel support and clinical liaison teams are available to assist you with onboarding, housing, shift logistics, credentialing, and any emergent needs during assignments.
Company Values:
- The organization is committed to empowering its staff, fostering a culture of professional advancement, mentorship, and a supportive, respectful work environment. You’ll find clear pathways for career progression, constructive feedback, and collaboration that values your expertise and aspirations.
Call to Action:
If you’re a dedicated CVICU RN ready to impact lives, be part of a team that prioritizes patient outcomes and clinician growth, and explore a California coastline that inspires both professionally and personally, apply now. This is your chance to join a company that values your contribution, supports your development, and stands beside you from assignment onboarding through ongoing career milestones.
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: 02/02/2026. Duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: 2,366–2,454. Guaranteed Hours: 0.0.
California’s beauty is a backdrop that inspires and rewards. From the sun-kissed beaches of nearby Avila and Pismo to the scenic trails that thread through Montaña de Oro and the vineyards of Paso Robles, each day presents a chance to reconnect with nature after a shift. San Luis Obispo’s historic downtown, local farmers’ markets, and an easy pace create a welcoming home base, while its proximity to larger urban hubs offers the best of both worlds. Whether you crave coastal sunsets, mountain hikes, or a weekend exploring wine country, you’ll find endless opportunities to recharge and explore while building your CVICU career close to some of California’s most beloved landscapes.
Location Benefits:
- Enjoy a welcoming coastal community in San Luis Obispo with mild seasons, excellent dining, and access to outdoor recreation that complements demanding CVICU roles.
- Benefit from the flexibility of working in this location while also having opportunities to deploy to other locations across the U.S., expanding your clinical exposure and networking within top-tier cardiac care teams.
- Tap into a robust support network designed for traveling clinicians, with resources to help you settle in quickly, navigate housing options, and connect with local professional peers.
- Build your professional reputation in a high-acuity CVICU environment that emphasizes evidence-based practice, simulation-based training, and ongoing education.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Position overview: You will provide specialized care for post-cardiac surgery patients, including frequent hemodynamic monitoring, invasive line management, ventilator support, vasoactive infusions, and rapid response to evolving clinical scenarios. You will collaborate with physicians, perfusionists, respiratory therapists, and specialty nurses to optimize recovery trajectories and minimize complications.
- Professional growth: Leverage opportunities to pursue CVICU certifications, advance your skill set in ECMO considerations, and engage in multidisciplinary rounds that enhance critical thinking and leadership in high-stakes care.
- Responsibilities include: continuous patient assessment, hemodynamic optimization, airway and ventilator management, pain and sedation oversight, infection control, charting and documentation accuracy, family communication, and seamless transitions of care with postoperative teams.
- Competitive benefits: generous weekly pay ranging from $2,366 to $2,454, with a focus on a comprehensive compensation package that recognizes your expertise and contribution.
- Housing and extension opportunities: dedicated housing support and options for contract extensions to align with your career goals and personal plans, providing continuity in a high-demand specialty.
- Comprehensive support: 24/7 dedicated travel support and clinical liaison teams are available to assist you with onboarding, housing, shift logistics, credentialing, and any emergent needs during assignments.
Company Values:
- The organization is committed to empowering its staff, fostering a culture of professional advancement, mentorship, and a supportive, respectful work environment. You’ll find clear pathways for career progression, constructive feedback, and collaboration that values your expertise and aspirations.
Call to Action:
If you’re a dedicated CVICU RN ready to impact lives, be part of a team that prioritizes patient outcomes and clinician growth, and explore a California coastline that inspires both professionally and personally, apply now. This is your chance to join a company that values your contribution, supports your development, and stands beside you from assignment onboarding through ongoing career milestones.
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: 02/02/2026. Duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: 2,366–2,454. Guaranteed Hours: 0.0.
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