Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,195 per week in Phoenix, AZ

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: January 31, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Location: Phoenix, AZ Agency: Mindlance Health Pay: $2,195 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 3/2/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Mindlance Health to find a qualified CVICU RN in Phoenix, Arizona, 85001! ID: 72960318 Shift: 12H Nights 12 hr shifts, 4 total weekend shifts per 4 weeks, holidays based on unit coverage Description: Unit ACCEPT LEVEL 2 EXPERIENCE - TEACHING/HIGH ACUITY/LARGE HOSPITALSCANDIDATE DOES NOT NEED CVICU FLOOR ON THEIR RESUME - MANAGER WILL CONSIDER ICU RN WITH CARDIAC PATIENT CARE EXPERIENCEFIRST TIME TRAVELERS ACCEPTEDMedical Solutions Pre-Screens, if clinical recommends, sends to manager for approval to offer, no 2nd interview50 mile radius rule - no local rates - source of truth is DL, please include in submissionmust pass dysrhythmia exam prior to acceptance, traveler has 2 attempts. if failed, RN will be DNU within CS AZ and Sac Region for 6 months*Travel Teams must have their own vehicles*must have natural hair color and no facial piercings*men must clean shave for fit test*pass fail exam on day 1 of orientation - details to followDAY 1 PASS FAIL SIMs Lab: All RNs will be expected to complete SIMs Lab for Foley catheter insertion & central line dressing changes, with the exception of NyICU & ED. NyICU only has to do Foley catheter insertion. ED does Foley catheter insertion but does port-a-cath insertion instead of central line dressing change. This is for travelers going to St. Joseph main campus &/or St. Joseph Westgate campus. NOTE - SIMs lab is pass/fail & nurses have been termed during SIMs Lab for breaking sterile field. Those travelers that understand sterile field typically pass SIMs Lab skills (See separate notes for the specific checklist IF traveler asks for additional details). The hospital expects that every nurse is competent in these areas, especially maintaining sterile field, as these are nursing skills that are performed frequently. NOTE: if a candidate indicates that they are not competent in either of these areas, they are probably not a good fit. In addition to SIMs Lab, they will also go through lifts, restraints, & wound care, but these are just educational based since the equipment & policies can be different facility to facility. - Unit: CTICU/CVICU- beds: 24- Certs: BLS, ACLS. CCRN preferred. ICU experience only, CVICU preferred.- Ratios: 1:1-2. High number of 1:1.- EMR: Cerner- Charge Nurse: Yes, no patient assignment.- Nurse Aides: 2 PCTs days and nights with high census.- Weekend Requirement: 3 weekend shifts in 4 week schedule.- Holidays: Work into rotation.- Scrub Color: Navy- Tele: Phillips- Hospitalist or Intensivist in house: Intensivist on during days and on call at night.- IV Team: No, strong IV skills required.- RT 24/7: Yes - Pharmacy 24/7: Yes, utilize Transplant patients- Shifts: 7-7. - Float to other ICUs and all Tele units. patient ratio of 4:1 on tele. Travelers will float 1st before perm staff. Also required to float to Westgate if asked.- Floor specific orientation: 2 days on the floor.- Common diagnosis / Types of patients: Cardiac surgery recovery, Empallas, IABP, CRRT, lung transplant, thoracic, Ecmo, esophogectomy, lobectomy, pneumectomy, TAVR.- Additional Notes: Very high acuity, travelers with IABP and CABG experience can take patients. High number of bedside procedures, bronchs, Swans, epidurals. Cancellation can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment, 3 shifts for assignments that are less than 13 weeks Charting BSN Required: License to , willing to wait Trauma Level:1 Care Shift Notes:12 hr shifts, 4 total weekend shifts per 4 weeks, holidays based on unit coverage Required , BLS Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Contract Weeks:91 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds enhances your cultural sensitivity. This is crucial in providing patient-centered care and fostering positive patient experiences. Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options. There is a strong community of travel nurses who share experiences, advice, and support through online forums and social media groups, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. Travel nurses often play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a meaningful impact on communities in need. Travel nursing exposes you to various healthcare professionals, including industry leaders and experts. Networking with these individuals can open doors to mentorship and career advancement opportunities. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS CVICU Exam CVICU RN Skills Checklist Core Exam - Nursing Ishihara Colorvision Screening 29269508EXPTEMP

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