GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/12/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in New Haven, Connecticut
Advance your nursing career as a CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) with a 13-week travel assignment at a leading Level I Trauma Center in New Haven, CT (06510). This high-acuity Cardiac Vascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) offers an exceptional opportunity for experienced critical care nurses seeking travel nursing jobs in Connecticut's vibrant healthcare sector. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in a dynamic, 14-bed Cardiac Medical ICU located in the heart of New Haven—a city renowned for its rich history, diverse culture, and coastal charm.
CVICU RN Job Details
- Location: New Haven, Connecticut 06510
- Healthcare Setting: Cardiac Vascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), Level I Trauma Center
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: 12/12/2025 – End: 3/13/2026)
- Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), 3 shifts per week
- Weekly Hours: 36
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1880 - $2020
- Patient Ratio: 1:2 (Days/Nights/Weekends)
- Charting System: Epic
- Parking: On-site, $125/month
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Connecticut or compact state; CT license must be in process before start date)
- Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU or critical care nursing experience (1.5 years accepted if from a Level I trauma center or with prior travel nurse experience)
- Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
- Proficiency with pulmonary artery catheters (Swan Ganz)
- Strong skills in arterial line management, ventilator management, cardiac rhythm recognition, titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips, and post-cardiac surgery care
- Ability to float to ICU and PCU as needed
- Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
- One professional reference required
CVICU RN Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiac and vascular conditions, including STEMI/NSTEMI, cardiogenic shock, advanced heart failure, and post-cardiac surgery
- Monitor and manage patients with pulmonary artery catheters and advanced cardiac devices
- Administer emergency medications, blood products, and continuous IV sedation as needed
- Interpret arterial blood gases, manage ventilators, and respond to rapid patient turnover and admissions
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Float to other critical care units (ICU, PCU) as required
- Participate in ongoing education and complete required modules prior to assignment start
Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career with this rewarding CVICU RN job in New Haven, Connecticut!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com
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 #435579. 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
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
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